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Pernell Simmons

Death by Force
Case Description
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Pernell Simmons, a 35-year-old man from Carbondale, PA, tragically lost his life on August 8, 2022, due to a drug-related shooting. The incident occurred at the Fallbrook Street Apartment complex, where Simmons was found shot multiple times in the chest. The Lackawanna County Coroner pronounced him dead at the scene.

Following a prompt investigation, Pennsylvania State Police arrested Taaj Qaadir Blan, 21, of Moosic, for homicide and related charges. Blan's mother, Margaret Del Castillo, ...Read More
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  • PAhomepage.com: People of interest detained in deadly drive-by shooting
  • wnep.com: Police arrest suspects in deadly shooting in Carbondale
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    Victim Details

    Pernell Simmons

    Male

    Black / African American

    Carbondale

    PA

    2022-08-08

    35

    Pernell

    Simmons

    11/14/2025

    Forum Posts (3)
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    10/20/2023
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    08/19/2023
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    03/26/2023
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