Current:Home > MyTwo YouTubers from popular Schaffrillas Productions have died in a car crash -GrowthProspect
Two YouTubers from popular Schaffrillas Productions have died in a car crash
View
Date:2025-04-14 00:33:20
Two of the makers of Schaffrillas Productions, a popular YouTube channel, died in a car crash in Pennsylvania's Lehigh County on Sunday.
Christopher Schaffer, 25, and Patrick Phyrillas, 22, were pronounced dead at the crash site. They both died from blunt force head injuries and were passengers in the car, according to a Lehigh County Coroner's Office press release.
James Phyrillas — Patrick's 25-year-old brother — was in stable condition in the hospital on Tuesday, Brian Downs, a spokesperson for the Lehigh Valley Health Network, told NPR in an email.
Police said their car was struck by a commercial tractor-trailer while crossing an intersection. Police confirmed to NPR that there is no traffic signal at the intersection where the crash occurred.
The cause of the crash is still under investigation by local officials. Police say they aren't aware of the other driver's condition as of Tuesday.
A Twitter account speaking on behalf of the Schaffrillas editing team shared the news of the crash on social media and said all videos are on hold.
Fans expressed disbelief and condolences and wished James a fast recovery, largely under the hashtag #PrayForSchaffrillas. Schaffer's partner started a GoFundMe to cover the family's funeral expenses.
Schaffrillas Productions got its name by mashing up the last names of James Phyrillas and Chris Schaffer. The channel began in 2015 by making videos known as "YouTube Poop," or video mashups that remix existing media for comedic or satirical effect.
Now, the channel specializes in analysis videos and animations. The channel has more than 1.6 million subscribers.
A fan favorite is their Shrek 2 analysis video, which has been shared by fans reflecting on the channel and its impact.
veryGood! (9)
Related
- What to know about Tuesday’s US House primaries to replace Matt Gaetz and Mike Waltz
- Kemp suspends south Georgia mayor accused of stealing nearly $65,000 from his town
- As a Contested Pittsburgh Primary Nears, Climate Advocates Rally Around a Progressive Fracking Opponent, Rep. Summer Lee
- Astrology Influencer Allegedly Killed Partner and Pushed Kids Out of Moving Car Before April 8 Eclipse
- Rylee Arnold Shares a Long
- 'Chrisley Knows Best' star Todd Chrisley ordered to pay $755K for defamatory statements
- 'Barbie' star Margot Robbie to produce 'Monopoly' movie; new 'Blair Witch' in the works
- How Tyus Jones became one of the most underrated point guards in the NBA
- Juan Soto to be introduced by Mets at Citi Field after striking record $765 million, 15
- Henry Smith: Summary of the Australian Stock Market in 2023
Ranking
- See you latte: Starbucks plans to cut 30% of its menu
- Tennessee bill to untangle gun and voting rights restoration is killed for the year
- Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders urges lawmakers to pass budget as session kicks off
- What are the most difficult holes at the Masters? Ranking Augusta National's toughest holes
- Senate begins final push to expand Social Security benefits for millions of people
- Desperate young Guatemalans try to reach the US even after horrific deaths of migrating relatives
- What we know about Barbara Walters, from her notorious pal to the 'SNL' nickname she hated
- Chad Daybell's desire for sex, money and power led to deaths of wife and Lori Vallow Daybell's children, prosecutor says
Recommendation
Off the Grid: Sally breaks down USA TODAY's daily crossword puzzle, Hi Hi!
Dylan Rounds' Presumed Skeletal Remains Found 2 Years After His Disappearance
Man gets 7½ years for 2022 firebombing of Wisconsin anti-abortion office
Trump says Arizona's 160-year-old abortion law goes too far
Highlights from Trump’s interview with Time magazine
Arizona’s abortion ban is likely to cause a scramble for services in states where it’s still legal
Which states could have abortion on the ballot in 2024?
Ice Spice to Make Acting Debut in Spike Lee Movie