NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU-TV) The Northumberland County District Attorney dismissed charges against Helena Crosby of Kulpmont today.
Crosby was charged with aggravated assault and other charges in the death of her husband, Vincent, back in September 2017.
Crosby died from a pellet shot from an air rifle.
The court determined that the act was in self-defense.
District Attorney Matulewicz released the following statement “This case involved nothing less than a family tragedy for everyone involved. A life was lost, and we cannot forget that Mr. Crosby’s life has value. However, the court made a reasonable decision base on the evidence that was available. President Judge Saylor’s finding that Helena Crosby acted in self-defense brings closure for the family and the community,
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