In the summer of 2024, the life of Celina Sue Smith, a 38-year-old Caucasian woman from Cumberland, Maryland, was tragically cut short. On the morning of June 30, 2024, in the South End area of the city, a shooting incident occurred that would leave Smith gravely injured. Emergency services responded to the scene and transported her to UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh for urgent medical attention.
For nearly two weeks, Celina Sue Smith fought for her life.
Despite the efforts of the medical team, her condition remained critical. On Friday, July 12, 2024, she succumbed to her injuries. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, on March 10, 1986, her passing was a profound loss to her family and the Cumberland community. She was a wife and mother, remembered for her love of creative activities like paint by numbers and diamond art, as well as for her passion for singing.
In the wake of the shooting, the Cumberland Police Department launched an investigation that quickly led to a suspect. On July 9, 2024, before Smith had passed away, law enforcement arrested 18-year-old Kaleb Jas York in connection with the incident. York was subsequently charged with attempted murder, felony assault, and reckless endangerment. Following his arrest, he was held without bond. The untimely death of Celina Sue Smith serves as a somber reminder of the devastating impact of gun violence.
