Keimork Buffaloe : “Man sentenced for Wawa parking lot shooting”

A 45-year-old man from Bethel Township was recently sentenced to 30 to 72 months in a state prison for a shooting incident that took place outside a Wawa in Upper Chichester last year. Keimork Buffaloe received his sentence on Friday from Common Pleas Court Judge Kevin F. Kelly.

Buffaloe was found guilty of aggravated assault and possessing an instrument of crime for the incident that occurred on September 1. The victim, who was shot outside the Wawa at Meetinghouse Road and Chichester Avenue, was taken to Christiana Hospital for treatment after being struck by pellets from a Taurus Judge.

During the trial, witnesses provided conflicting testimonies about the events leading up to the shooting. While one witness claimed that the victim had taunted Buffaloe with threats, another witness stated that the victim was the aggressor in the situation.

Buffaloe, who has military training and cited self-defense as his reason for shooting the victim, expressed remorse for his actions but maintained that he believed his life was in danger at the time of the incident.

Sentencing and Recommendations

Assistant District Attorney Shuaiyb Newton sought a sentence of 4½ to 9 years for Buffaloe, arguing that his actions were not justified. However, Buffaloe’s defense attorney, John Consadene, highlighted his client’s lack of criminal history and military service in an attempt to mitigate the sentence.

Judge Kelly ultimately sentenced Buffaloe to prison with concurrent probation for five years. He also recommended that Buffaloe receive mental health treatment and attend anger management classes while incarcerated.

Buffaloe is not eligible for early release but was given credit for time served since October 16. As part of his sentence, he must forfeit the firearm used in the shooting and provide a DNA sample to state police. Additionally, he is prohibited from having any contact with the victim.

Support from Friends and Family

Friends and relatives of Buffaloe spoke on his behalf during the sentencing, describing him as a selfless and generous member of the community. They acknowledged his mistake but emphasized that it was not indicative of his character.

Buffaloe’s mother mentioned that her son suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder due to his military service, which may have influenced his actions that night. She expressed that Buffaloe has learned from the incident and is remorseful for his actions.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Keimork Buffaloe’s sentencing serves as a reminder of the consequences of actions taken in moments of conflict. While he maintains that he acted in self-defense, the court found him guilty of aggravated assault. With the support of his loved ones and the guidance of the court, Buffaloe will serve his sentence and hopefully emerge as a better individual.