Context:

A Pennsylvania man, Darrell Long, was found guilty of attempted homicide, aggravated assault, burglary, and harassment for breaking into his ex-wife Dawn Long’s home while she slept in March 2025, assaulting her, and firing multiple shots. He previously claimed to be a “hero” after the attack, and jurors heard recordings of him saying he was glad he shot her. Dawn survived the assault and testified about the events and messages he sent afterward. The verdict closes a high-profile domestic-violence case, with sentencing scheduled for December 9 and broader implications for victim safety and prosecutorial accountability.

Dive Deeper:

• Darrell Long broke into his ex-wife Dawn Long’s home on March 25, 2025, while she was napping, and was armed with a .22 caliber handgun.

• Prosecutors stated he pistol-whipped Dawn, shot her multiple times in the arms and legs, and admitted wanting to make her suffer as he had suffered; he later turned himself in to police.

• During the trial, Dawn testified about the injuries and the threat he posed, and prosecutors noted he sent messages after the shooting that referenced Dawn and her daughter.

• Jurors also heard recordings from phone conversations in which Long reportedly said he was glad he shot Dawn, a detail highlighted by the defense as part of their argument.

• Long was convicted of attempted homicide, aggravated assault, burglary, and harassment at the end of the jury trial on September 22; the Lebanon County District Attorney praised the verdict as deserved and supported by the evidence.

• Long’s sentencing is scheduled for December 9; the case underscores ongoing concerns around domestic violence and accountability for perpetrators.

• The report includes references to local outlets (The Patriot-News, Lebanon Daily News, WGAL) for trial details and testimonies.