Man fatally shot in Dunmore

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A 47-year-old man died after being shot during a domestic disturbance in Dunmore, Pennsylvania on Saturday night. Police responded to a report of the incident at 401 Mortimer Street and found the victim, Frederick Zantowsky Jr., with a single gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital where he later died. The shooter was detained by police and interviewed, but has been released pending further investigation. Authorities do not believe the public is in danger and consider this an isolated incident.

Why it matters

Domestic violence incidents can often turn deadly, highlighting the need for greater resources and support systems to help prevent such tragedies. This case also raises questions about gun violence and access to firearms, especially in the context of domestic disputes.

The details

According to police, officers responded to a report of a domestic disturbance at 401 Mortimer Street in Dunmore, Pennsylvania around 8:31 pm on February 8th. At the scene, they found 47-year-old Frederick Zantowsky Jr. with a single gunshot wound. He was transported to a nearby hospital where he later died from his injuries. The shooter, who has not been named, was detained and interviewed by detectives, but has since been released pending further investigation. Authorities stated they do not believe the public is in danger and consider this an isolated incident.

• Police responded to the incident around 8:31 pm on February 8, 2026.
• Zantowsky was pronounced dead after being transported to the hospital.

What’s next

The Lackawanna County Coroner's Office will determine the official cause and manner of Zantowsky's death, and police will continue their investigation to determine if any charges will be filed against the shooter.