Tyasia Manning and Phylicia Council Obituary: Tragic Loss of Two Innocent Lives, as 25-Year-Old Tyasia Manning and 34-Year-Old Phylicia Council Succumb to Fatal Injuries in Senseless Mass Shooting at Rochester Park, Leaving Behind a Community in Mourning and a Family Forever Changed.
Tyasia Manning, a 25-year-old City of Rochester employee, and Phylicia Council, a 34-year-old mother, tragically lost their lives in a senseless mass shooting at a Rochester park on Sunday. The incident occurred around 6:20 p.m. at a large gathering in the park near Bridge View Drive, where multiple shots were fired, leaving five others with relatively minor injuries.
Manning, who was identified as a victim, passed away on Sunday, and several hours later, Council succumbed to her injuries, as announced by Rochester Police Chief David Smith during a late morning press conference. Mayor Malik Evans of Rochester described the deceased women as innocent victims of the shooting, who were part of the crowd enjoying a barbecue at the park when the tragic incident occurred.
The injured victims were promptly taken to nearby hospitals for treatment, some via ambulance and others by private vehicles, according to Capt. Greg Bello of the Rochester Police Department. As of now, no charges have been filed in connection with the fatal shootings.
The investigation into the mass shooting in Rochester, NY, is ongoing. Smith mentioned that the group at the park had been peacefully picnicking all afternoon before the shooting incident. During the news conference, Smith stated that officers are searching for multiple individuals, although it remains unclear whether the shooters were part of the gathering or came from outside the park to carry out the attack.
Smith also mentioned that shots were fired from various weapons. Videos circulating online depict a chaotic scene with women trying to assist a shooting victim on the ground as first responders arrived at the location. Officers continued their investigation at the scene on Monday morning.
The RPD’s Major Crimes Units are handling the shooting investigation and urge anyone with information or video footage related to the incident to contact 911, 311, RPD at (585) 428-7157, or CrimeStoppers at (585) 423-9300.
Manning and Council’s tragic deaths have left a void in the community, but their memories will live on through the impact they had on those around them. Their families will continue to cherish their legacies in the days and weeks ahead.
As the community comes together to support the families of the victims, they are also calling for increased measures to improve public safety and prevent such senseless acts of violence in the future.
In conclusion, Tyasia Manning and Phylicia Council’s tragic passing has left a community in mourning, but their memories will live on through the impact they had on those around them. Their legacies will continue to inspire us to work towards creating a safer and more compassionate community for all, as the Rochester Police Department continues its investigation into this senseless mass shooting.
