Tragic Death of Cody Thomas Telega Under Investigation in Pennsylvania

DailyKenn.com — Authorities in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, are investigating the death of Cody Thomas Telega, a 31-year-old man from Beaverdale. According to a statement from the Cambria County Coroner’s Office, Telega was found dead on the afternoon of May 17, 2024, in a residence along the 400 block of Oak Street in Summerhill Township.

According to fox21online.com:

"According to the criminal complaint, Antonio Duryea Hendon, 35, of Minneapolis arrived at the front porch of the building with a handgun and told everyone there to 'go inside.'

"A witnesses who ran away heard 'four quick gunshots' followed by one 'final pop' a couple of moments afterward, according to the complaint.

"Hendon is then accused of shooting toward an upstairs neighbor who stuck his head out to see what was going on. The man was not injured.

"The shooting victim, Cody Telega, 37, of Duluth was found in the common entry doorway of the building with 'numerous apparent gunshot wounds.' He died from his injuries. Telega lived in Apt. #4 in the building.

"The second suspect in the killing is Amber Michele Rose Walker, 41, of Minneapolis who is accused of aiding an offender."

First responders arrived at the scene around 1:50 p.m. after receiving a 911 call. Telega was pronounced dead shortly after. The coroner’s office indicated the cause of death was a single gunshot wound to the chest. The death was initially classified as suspicious, prompting an active investigation by Pennsylvania State Police.

Telega’s sudden death has left the small community in shock. Friends and family described him as a kind-hearted individual who enjoyed the outdoors and spending time with loved ones. A memorial has been set up near the scene of the incident, where neighbors have left flowers and candles in his honor.

Investigators are urging anyone with information to come forward by contacting the Pennsylvania State Police at the Ebensburg barracks.

As the community mourns the loss of Cody Thomas Telega, authorities continue their work to determine the full story behind this tragic event.

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