The victim, 26-year-old Mason Lang Goins, was found unresponsive in the street near 1603 Church Street shortly after a deadly shooting that occurred on June 3.
Responding officers discovered he had been shot and pronounced him dead at the scene.
Lang, a former student at Beaver Area High School, was known for being part of the school’s wrestling team during the 2018–2019 season.
Competing in the 145 and 152-pound weight classes, he faced several skilled opponents and continued to show up on the mat.
Police say the suspect, also 26, has been identified as Nicholas Andrews.
He reportedly called 911 after the shooting and was taken into custody shortly afterward.
According to Ambridge Police Chief John Deluca, the two men were familiar with each other and had an ongoing dispute.
Charges are currently being prepared, and Andrews is expected to be taken to the Beaver County Jail soon.
Family And Friends Mourn The Loss Of Mason Lang Goins
Grandmother Vicky Osan took to Facebook to share that her grandson, Mason Lang-Goins, has passed away.
She expressed her deep sorrow, saying he will be missed and that she will always love him.
This is my grandson that just lost his life RIP Mason Lang-Goins you will be missed I will always love you
Vicky Osan
Similarly, Tierra shared a deeply emotional message about the loss of her cousin, Mason Lang-Goins, whom she described as more like a brother.
They grew up in the same house, lived the same life, and were inseparable as kids.
She spoke about how protective she always felt toward him, sharing that her first few fights were in defense of him and how fiercely loyal she was.
The pain of his loss is overwhelming for her as she’s struggling to understand how he’s gone and is asking for prayers and strength as she grieves.
My cousin but more like my fucking brother💔 same house, same life. Ifykyk
Tierra
he’s was attached to my fucking hip when we were kids and i feel like it was my job to make sure you were straight cant believe i fucking failed you bro😔 i know nobody gets it and i cant explain it.
Shit my first fight was FOR you and my second & 3rd too 😂😂God knows I ain’t play bout my boy. My heart hurts so bad💔💔💔
It’s always been US against the world MASON CALLS AND IM ON THE WAY. EVERYONEE KNOWS THAT.
How could you fucking gooooo?? How could your soul leave your body how could this happen??? FUCK. Just pray for my strength cause God I’m on the flooorrrrr please
A GoFundMe page has been created by his family, sharing that Mason was a devoted and hardworking father whose world revolved around his son.
Now, his loved ones are left heartbroken and struggling with an unimaginable loss.
They are asking for support to help cover funeral costs and lay Mason to rest with the dignity and love he deserves.
Furthermore, DeAndre’ Lang shared a heartfelt tribute after learning about the tragic passing of his brother, Mason Lang-Goins.
Though they didn’t grow up together every day, DeAndre cherished the time they had like weekends filled with video games, football, wrestling around the house, and late nights playing Call of Duty and Madden, where Mason always seemed to have the upper hand.
As Mason grew older, DeAndre admired the man he became- a hardworking, dedicated, and loving father.
He spoke of Mason’s powerful impact on those around him and promised to keep his memory alive by being there for Mason’s son, Octavious.
I am heart broken, devastated and angry with the news from today. Words cannot express how much this hurts. I loved my brother. The memories I have with my brother I will always cherish. In our early years we didn’t grow up together but I always looked forward to those weekends in which I did get to see him. From the time where we stayed up all night playing video games. How he would whoop me in madden while using Michael Vick and the Falcons. To us teaming together in COD where he would often carry me to wins. To the times of playing football outside and wrestling around both in and out of the house. Watching him grow up and become a dedicated, hard working and loving father has been an inspiration. Mason you touched many lives. We always had each others backs and I will continue to have your back by watching over Octavious and carrying on your memory. I love ypu and will miss you more than you’ll ever know. Rest easy and tell Papa & Trevor that I miss them.
DeAndre’ Lang
Rest in Peace, Mason Lang Goins
