In the quiet city of Allentown, Pennsylvania, the life of Joshua Kressler, a 42-year-old White male, was tragically cut short on November 10, 2021. A veteran of the Marine Corps who had served in the Persian Gulf, Kressler was found shot in his garage on South Leh Street. The Lehigh County Coroner's Office subsequently ruled his death a homicide, confirming the violent nature of his untimely demise.
The news of his death sent ripples of shock and grief through his community and among his loved ones.
Remembered as a dedicated father, brother, and son, Joshua was a 1997 graduate of Northampton High School and had been employed in various construction roles over the years. His family, including his mother, stepfather, sons, and siblings, were left to grapple with the sudden and devastating loss. His funeral was held at the Schisler Funeral Home in Northampton, and he was laid to rest at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, a final resting place for a man who had served his country.
In the wake of the homicide, the Allentown Police Department, in conjunction with the Lehigh County District Attorney's Office and the Lehigh County Homicide Task Force, launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Kressler's death. Despite their efforts and public appeals for information, the case has remained unsolved. To date, no arrests have been made, and no suspects have been publicly identified. The investigation remains open as authorities continue to seek justice for Joshua Kressler and his family, hoping for a breakthrough that will bring closure to a community still mourning his loss.
