Matthew Mathias, a 37-year-old man from Washington, PA, tragically died on January 8, 2013. He was a mechanic earlier in his life and an avid gun collector. Matthew is survived by his father, stepmother, three daughters, two brothers, and a stepbrother. He was cremated at his request.
Matthew Mathias's death was the result of a violent incident involving an attempted robbery. On the day of his death, Brandon Wolowski, a 24-year-old man, went to Matthew's home with the intent to steal his gun collection. During the robbery, Wolowski shot and killed Matthew Mathias and severely wounded Michelle Powell, Matthew's girlfriend. The incident occurred while Powell was at home with Matthew.
Brandon Wolowski was later arrested and charged with first-degree murder, attempted homicide, aggravated assault, and robbery. In 2019, Wolowski was convicted of these charges and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. The jury decided against imposing the death penalty, opting instead for a life sentence.
The case, Commonwealth v. Wolowski, involved detailed testimonies and evidence that led to Wolowski's conviction. The court affirmed the judgment, and Wolowski's appeal was denied. The tragic loss of Matthew Mathias and the subsequent legal proceedings highlight the severe consequences of violent crimes and the pursuit of justice for the victims and their families.
