– Vehicle homicide charge for 19-year-old who allegedly killed S. Lebanon Twp. resident Casimira Pakola in hit-and-run
– Hit-and-run incident leads to homicide charge for 19-year-old who allegedly killed S. Lebanon Twp. resident Casimira Pakola.
Accident – Death – Obituary News : South Lebanon Township police have recently announced charges in connection with a fatal hit-and-run incident that occurred on April 30, resulting in the tragic death of 77-year-old Casimira Pakola. The authorities have filed charges against a 19-year-old individual named Zachary Steven Werner, including one count each of homicide by vehicle and accidents involving death, both of which are considered felonies. Additionally, Werner is facing a misdemeanor charge of involuntary manslaughter, along with several summary offenses.
The incident took place on Eastfield Drive, where South Lebanon Township police were dispatched after receiving reports of a hit-and-run involving a pedestrian. Upon arrival, they discovered Pakola’s lifeless body at the scene. It was revealed during the investigation that the driver responsible for the incident had fled the scene at a high speed. Subsequent investigations led to the identification of Zachary Steven Werner as the driver of the vehicle involved in the hit-and-run.
The South Lebanon Township police received assistance from the county’s Serious Traffic Accident Response Team, the Lebanon County Detective Bureau, and the District Attorney’s office during the investigation into this tragic incident. As of now, no further details about the court proceedings are available, but LebTown will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
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As we await further developments in this case, our thoughts are with the family and friends of Casimira Pakola during this difficult time. It is essential for justice to be served, and for the responsible parties to be held accountable for their actions. LebTown will continue to follow this story closely and provide updates as they unfold..
Homicide by vehicle charge for 19-year-old who allegedly killed S. Lebanon Twp. resident Casimira Pakola in hit-and-run
19-year-old charged with homicide by vehicle in hit-and-run death of S. Lebanon Twp. resident Casimira Pakola.
