Suspect charged with homicide after woman shot, killed in Moxham, DA says

Johnstown police have filed charges including criminal homicide against Raghib Qawi Nash.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

A woman was fatally shot on Sunday in Johnstown's Moxham neighborhood, and police have filed charges including criminal homicide against a suspect, officials said.

Why it matters

Violent crimes like this homicide raise concerns about public safety in the Moxham community and the ability of law enforcement to address ongoing issues of gun violence.

The details

Johnstown police have charged Raghib Qawi Nash with one count of criminal homicide, two counts of aggravated assault and one count of terroristic threats, according to Cambria County District Attorney Jessica Aurandt.

  • The incident occurred on Sunday.

The players

Raghib Qawi Nash

A suspect who has been charged with criminal homicide, aggravated assault, and terroristic threats in relation to the shooting.

Jessica Aurandt

The Cambria County District Attorney who announced the charges against the suspect.

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The takeaway

This tragic incident highlights the ongoing challenges of gun violence and public safety that communities like Moxham continue to face, underscoring the need for comprehensive solutions to address the root causes of such crimes.