Hunter James Sipple, 17, was killed by a gunshot wound on September 1, 2024, at a residence on Minden Court in Nanticoke, Pennsylvania. Born February 16, 2007, he was a junior at Berwick Area High School who enjoyed fishing and hunting and hoped to join the Marines and work as a diesel mechanic. The shooting occurred after Hunter and an 18-year-old friend, Michael Crawn Jr., retrieved handguns from an upstairs bedroom and brought them downstairs. While handling a 9mm Taurus, Crawn discharged the weapon, striking Hunter in the chest. First responders transported Hunter to Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center; he was pronounced dead later that evening.

An autopsy by Dr. Gary Ross ruled the manner of death homicide. Authorities charged Crawn with involuntary manslaughter; he was arraigned and initially held without bail, then released after bail was modified to $25,000 unsecured. A GoFundMe was set up to help with funeral expenses.

Does anyone have information about the events at the Minden Court residence or knew Hunter?