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Lancaster Man Charged in Domestic Shooting of Teenage Girl
Darius Edmond faces multiple felony charges after allegedly shooting a girl during a dispute.
Jan. 30, 2026 at 4:39pm
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Lancaster police have charged a 22-year-old man named Darius Edmond with aggravated assault and other offenses after he allegedly shot a teenage girl during a domestic dispute in the early morning hours of January 27th. The victim suffered a non-life-threatening gunshot wound, and Edmond is now wanted on a warrant for his arrest.
Why it matters
Domestic violence incidents involving firearms are a serious public safety concern, especially when minors are caught in the crossfire. This case highlights the need for greater awareness and resources to address domestic abuse and prevent such tragedies from occurring.
The details
According to the police report, officers responded to a shots fired call around 2:15 a.m. on January 27th on the 500 block of South Pearl Street in Lancaster. They found a teenage girl with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound, and investigators later determined the shooting took place during a domestic incident. On January 28th, police charged Darius Edmond with four counts of aggravated assault, four counts of recklessly endangering another person, firearms violations, and simple assault. Edmond is currently wanted on a warrant for his arrest.
- The shooting occurred around 2:15 a.m. on January 27, 2026.
- Edmond was charged on January 28, 2026.
The players
Darius Edmond
A 22-year-old Lancaster man who is wanted by police on multiple felony charges related to the shooting of a teenage girl during a domestic dispute.
The Teenage Victim
A girl who suffered a non-life-threatening gunshot wound during the domestic incident with Darius Edmond.
What’s next
Police are asking anyone with information about Edmond's whereabouts to contact 911 or leave an anonymous tip through Crimewatch.
The takeaway
This case underscores the urgent need for greater resources and intervention to address domestic violence, especially when firearms are involved and minors are put at risk. Preventing such tragedies requires a multi-faceted approach focused on early detection, support services, and strict enforcement of laws to protect vulnerable individuals.
