Stephon Peake, 28, was killed on April 4, 2026, after being shot on Eighth Avenue in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania. Responders were called to 1327 Eighth Avenue shortly after 9:20 p.m., where Peake was found with multiple gunshot wounds. He was treated at the scene and flown to a Pittsburgh-area hospital but died of his injuries.

Reports differ on whether Peake was on the front porch of his own home or outside a friend’s apartment, but accounts agree he was walking with a friend and that the shooter appeared to be waiting for him. Beaver County District Attorney Nate Bible described the killing as targeted and personal. Coverage varied on whether one masked person or two were involved; investigators said the attack was an intentional ambush and executed search warrants while speaking with witnesses. Authorities said there was no indication of an ongoing threat to the broader community and asked anyone with information to contact Beaver Falls police.

If anyone knew Stephon Dupree Peake, known as Herky, or saw activity near 1327 Eighth Avenue on the night of April 4, please contact Beaver Falls authorities with information.