Tywaun Bender wanted in Derry Hookah Lounge shooting; $2,000 reward offered
Swatara Township Police say Tywaun Bender is wanted in an August 23, 2026 shooting at the Derry Hookah Lounge and should be considered armed and dangerous; Dauphin County CrimeStoppers is offering up to $2,000 for information.
On Aug. 23, 2026 at about 3:03 a.m., Swatara Township Police responded to a shooting at the Derry Hookah Lounge where an occupied vehicle was struck by multiple bullets. Police have charged Tywaun Bender, Azmere Green-Stewart and Toddrick Newton with Criminal Attempt—Homicide, Recklessly Endangering Another Person and several firearms violations; Green-Stewart and Newton have been apprehended while Bender remains wanted and is considered armed and dangerous. Dauphin County CrimeStoppers is offering up to $2,000 for information leading to Bender’s arrest; anyone with tips should call 911, Swatara Police at 717-564-2550, submit an anonymous tip through Crimewatch, or contact Detective Pat Corkle at 717-564-2550 or [email protected].