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Man shot in neck after 'altercation' in Pittsburgh Giant Eagle parking lot
PITTSBURGH — A man was shot in the neck in the parking lot of a Pittsburgh Giant Eagle early Friday morning. Pittsburgh police were called to the 300 block of Cedar Avenue in East Allegheny after a ShotSpotter alert. There, authorities found a man with a gunshot wound. Officials...
Two Men's Bodies Pulled From Creek In PA Park: Police
The department's Homicide Unit was called to Moon Township around 4:05 p.m. on June 28 after 911 received a call "of a body floating in the Montour Run Creek near the Montour Run Trail," police detailed in the release. After first responders spotted the dead man "floating in approximately 6...
Man dead after suspected drowning in Monongahela River
POINT MARION, Pa. — A 50-year-old man died in a suspected drowning in Point Marion, according to the Fayette County coroner. The coroner's office reports Larry Greene of Bobtown was pronounced dead at 8:28 p.m. Though it is believed Greene drowned, the Fayette County coroner says an official cause...
City of Pittsburgh redeploys Fireworks Task Force ahead of holiday
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- The City of Pittsburgh is bringing back its Fireworks Task Force.From June 30 until July 5, some city police and public safety crews will respond to fireworks-related calls throughout the city.On top of their patrols, police are also offering tips to make sure those using fireworks do so safely.That includes reminders to never light them off within 150 feet of a building or car, in the direction of another person or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.Lighting fireworks off is also prohibited in all city parks and playing fields.To find out when your community is lighting off fireworks for the holiday, check out KDKA's fireworks guide here.
Stowe Woman Accused of Attempting to Smuggle Drug-Soaked Documents into Pittsburgh Court
A Stowe woman, Alisha Hunt, has been charged with attempting to sneak contraband to her boyfriend during his court appearance in downtown Pittsburgh. According to a TribLIVE report, Hunt delivered an envelope full of paperwork, suspected of being soaked with synthetic cannabinoids, to a third party outside Pittsburgh Municipal Court before her boyfriend's hearing.
‘It’s unsettling’: Task force created after string of violence, attacks in Downtown Pittsburgh
After recent violence and random attacks in Downtown Pittsburgh, the public safety director is creating a task force that includes city and county leaders to focus on the state of downtown.
Pittsburgh Paramedic Injured in Downtown Vehicle Collision While on Motorcycle Patrol
A medic patrolling on a motorcycle became the unforeseen victim of traffic's unpredictable nature in downtown Pittsburgh when a vehicle struck him near the intersection of Wood Street and Third Avenue, according to officials. The incident, which took place just after 10 a.m. on Saturday, left the paramedic with leg and shoulder injuries, although stable enough to be taken to the hospital for treatment.
Clairton Shooting Victim Critical As Police Search for Gunman
CLAIRTON, PA—The Allegheny County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a shooting incident that occurred late Monday evening in Clairton. At approximately 10:11 PM, local authorities were alerted to the…
Man Accused of Carrying Concealed Weapon Without Permit, DUI in Tionesta
FOREST CO., Pa. (EYT) — Charges were filed against an Allegheny County man for allegedly carrying a concealed weapon without a permit, as well as driving under the influence, in Tionesta. According to court records, PSP Marienville filed the following criminal charges against 66-year-old Chris A. Sowinski, of Cheswick,...
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