Catasauqua, Pennsylvania — The community is mourning the tragic loss of Tishaun, a 19-year-old from Allentown, who was found deceased inside a home in the 200 block of Edward Lane in Catasauqua on Saturday evening.
According to officials, emergency responders arrived at the residence shortly before 5:46 p.m., where they discovered the young man suffering from a gunshot injury. Despite all efforts, he was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The Lehigh County Coroner’s Office has ruled the manner of death a homicide, and investigators continue to work diligently to determine the circumstances surrounding the tragedy. A radiology examination and full autopsy are scheduled for Monday, November 10, 2025, at the Lehigh County Coroner’s Office & Forensic Center.
A Community in Shock and Sorrow
Residents of the Edward Lane neighborhood are grappling with disbelief and sadness following the news. The area, often described as peaceful and family-oriented, has been shaken by the sudden and heartbreaking loss.
“It’s hard to process,” said one neighbor quietly. “He was just 19. So young, with his whole life ahead of him. No family should ever have to face this kind of pain.”
Friends and loved ones in Allentown describe Tishaun as a bright, kind-hearted young man with big dreams and an easy smile. He was someone who could lift others up, whose presence made those around him feel valued and seen.
Remembering Tishaun
Those who knew Tishaun remember him as full of energy and promise — a son, a friend, and a young man whose future held endless possibilities. He was deeply loved and admired by his family and peers alike.
“He had a good heart,” one friend shared. “He cared about people and always tried to make things better, even when life wasn’t easy.”
While grief weighs heavy, memories of Tishaun’s warmth, laughter, and kindness will live on in every heart that loved him.
Investigation Ongoing
The Catasauqua Police Department, Lehigh County Homicide Task Force, Lehigh County District Attorney’s Office, Pennsylvania State Police (Bethlehem Station), and North Catasauqua Police Department are all working together in this active investigation.
Authorities have not yet released details regarding possible suspects or motives. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact investigators or reach out anonymously through local CrimeStoppers channels.
Forever in Our Hearts
As the Allentown and Catasauqua communities unite in mourning, many are lighting candles, sharing photos, and posting tributes to celebrate Tishaun’s life — a young soul taken far too soon.
He will be remembered for his gentle spirit, his resilience, and the love he shared with those closest to him.
May Tishaun rest in peace, and may his family find comfort in the love and strength surrounding them during this difficult time.
Gone too soon — but never forgotten.