Reporter Show Transcript MCKEESPORT, Pa. A teenager was in critical condition after a shooting in McKeesport on Monday afternoon, police said. PHOTOS: Heavy police presence. Morris now faces charges of criminal homicide, aggravated assault and murder of a police officer in the first degree, among related charges. 1 police officer dead, another injured after shooting in McKeesport, MCKEESPORT AND BROKE MY HEART. Allegheny County police said around 5 p.m., officials were notified of a shooting on Jenny Lind Street. According to a criminal complaint, Johnathan Morris, 31, shot the officers in McKeesport, Allegheny . 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. "A release from Allegheny County identified the officer killed as Sean Sluganski, 32. EAST MCKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) - A man was found shot in the chest in East McKeesport on Tuesday afternoon. He again produced a firearm and fired at that officer," Kearns said. MCKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) Three people were shot Tuesday afternoon in McKeesport.
1 officer killed, another injured in McKeesport shooting; Johnathan February 7, 2023 / 2:45 PM / CBS Pittsburgh. The officers encountered him nearby and he suddenly produced a handgun and shot the two McKeesport officers, Kearns said. A man is being charged after one police officer died and another was injured during a shooting in McKeesport on Monday. Allegheny County police said McKeesport officers responded around 12:11 p.m. for a domestic-related disturbance call in the 1400 block of Wilson Street.Police said they were told of a subject in a mental health crisis and were warned he may be armed. First responders found the victim after dispatchers were notified of a shooting on Broadway Avenue around 12:45 p.m. Click here for information on funeral arrangements. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Both Thomas and Morris were in stable condition, police said earlier in the day. "It's out of control. Pittsburgh's Action News 4 at 8am Saturday. Anyone with information is asked to call the county police tipline at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. Police, fire and EMS crews were called to the 100 block of Fifth Avenue at 1:35 p.m. MCKEESPORT, Pa. Charges have been filed for the man accused of shooting one police officer and injuring another in a shooting in McKeesport on Monday. "It's just not going to stop.". "I'm afraid for them.". NOW, TOMORROW NIGHT, THE MENTORING VILLAGE NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION WILL BE HOLDING A VIGIL TO HONOR THEIR FALLEN OFFICER JUST TO SHOW THE SUPPORT FOR OUR LOCAL POLICE DEPARTMENT. The victim was taken to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. "Somebody just there doing CPR on him," Campbell said. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. "This is a tragic loss for our department and our community," said county director of communications Amie M. Downs. "Back in the day, it used to not be like this.
McKeesport PA Fatal Police Officer Shooting: Latest Update According to officials, the suspect walked away from police when they tried talking with him. Two unrelated shootings in McKeesport less than an hour apart left two men dead and two other injured; KDKA's Shelley Bortz reports. A police investigation later found several shell casings at the scene, which matched up with the area seen on video as Morris shot at the two officers, the criminal complaint says.One of the officers was taken to UPMC McKeesport, where he was pronounced dead, police said. 2023 Cox Media Group. MCKEESPORT, Pa. A man is dead after a shooting in McKeesport. Learn about careers at Cox Media Group. A statement from McKeesport Police Chief Adam Alfer identified him as 32-year-old Sean Sluganski, who had worked for the department full-time for two years. By the time he looked out the window, he saw flashing lights and police cars surrounding an area by Park Street in McKeesport. (Arturo Fernandez/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette via AP), Connect with the definitive source for global and local news. | Watch WPXI NOW, RAW: Full interview with Johns Hopkins atmospheric chemist on East Palestine train derailment. Upon arrival, first responders found an adult male victim suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was identified by the medical examiners office as 22-year-old Michael Gunter. The shooting can't help but remind her of the death of her son, who was shot and killed 10 years ago in the same neighborhood. First published on February 17, 2023 / 6:22 PM. Court documents said Morris is a military veteran. Allegheny County police's homicide detectives are investigating. Morris now faces charges of criminal homicide, aggravated assault and murder of a police officer in the first degree, among related charges. Court documents identified the suspect as Johnathan Morris, 31. First published on March 3, 2023 / 6:59 PM. Police officers work the scene on Grandview Ave., in McKeesport, Pa., on Monday, Feb. 6, 2023. Allegheny County police said. The victim was taken to a hospital in stable condition, police said. For all the latest updates on this developing story, clickhere. County police have determined that 25-year-old Vernon Dean Eutsey, of Pittsburgh, was the person responsible for the shooting. The officers were responding to a domestic call on Wilson Street when they. Sources told Target 11 Morris served in the Marine Corps and was stationed at Camp LeJeune in North Carolina. "The officers attempted to speak with the subject, and he walked away without speaking with officers," Allegheny County Police Superintendent Christopher Kearns said.A criminal complaint identifies Johnathan Jermia Morris, 31, of McKeesport, as the suspect in the shooting. Sluganski had served on the force for two years after joining the department in January 2020. Kearns said the suspect was wounded in an exchange of gunfire. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. @WTAE https://t.co/il5ofGFc1n. A procession for Sluganski consisting of other first responders began around 5:15 p.m., traveling from UPMC McKeesport to the county medical examiner's office in Pittsburgh.
Arrest warrant issued in fatal McKeesport shooting - WPXI He has been discharged from the hospital and is recovering now at home. Kearns said the suspect was shot when he walked around a corner and fired at the third officer, who returned fire. Target 11 Investigator Rick Earle has learned new details from sources about the suspect, Johnathan Morris. Both Thomas and Morris were in stable condition, police said earlier in the day.Kearns said charges were being prepared against Morris, who he said is known to McKeesport police. Anyone with information can call the police at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. Dozens arrested after year-long federal investigation, drugs removed from Western Pa. Court documents identify the suspect as Johnathan Morris. Eventually, he saw a man on the ground. He was pronounced dead at the scene, police said. One McKeesport police officer was killed, and another was wounded Monday afternoon after responding to a domestic disturbance call where they were fired upon by a man authorities said was having a "mental health crisis. Prior to his time in McKeesport, he worked at the Charleroi Regional Police department. Tony Campbell was watching TV and about to eat dinner when he heard the sound of gunshots outside his home. She said she is sick of the gun violence. Channel 11 News is learning more about the man police said is responsible for shooting two McKeesport police officers on Monday, killing one of them. 11A 19-year-old man is expected to survive after being shot Saturday night in McKeesport, according to Allegheny County police. The second officer was flown to a Pittsburgh hospital. A criminal complaint identifies Johnathan Jermia Morris, 31, of McKeesport, as the suspect in the shooting. MCKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) One person is dead after a shooting in McKeesport on Friday. Dozens arrested after year-long federal investigation, drugs removed from Western Pa. Crafton man accused of sexually assaulting 11-year-old girl at playground. According to the criminal complaint, Morris had told two witnesses that "the police were trying to kill him" and asked that they film him as he walked down Grandview Avenue toward Versailles Avenue.Officers encountered him in front of 1300 Grandview Avenue. Pittsburgh-area community leaders come together to address recent string of violence. One police officer has died after two officers were shot in McKeesport on Monday, February 6, 2023, authorities say. He has been discharged from the hospital and is recovering now at home.
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"Just have to stay strong and hope for the better," Campbell said. Police and paramedics have responded to two shooting scenes in the city of McKeesport. Eutsey has been charged with criminal homicide, tampering with evidence, person not to possess firearms, and recklessly endangering another person. Two police officers were shot, one fatally, on Monday in western Pennsylvania. SH. MCKEESPORT, Pa. Three men were killed Wednesday afternoon in two unrelated McKeesport shootings, according to Allegheny County Police. Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. Officer Sluganski arrived on foot. Around 5:26 p.m. on September 4, 2022, a shot spotter alert told McKeesport Police that someone had been shot in the 1100 block of Craig Street. According to the criminal complaint, Morris had told two witnesses that "the police were trying to kill him" and asked that they film him as he walked down Grandview Avenue toward Versailles Avenue. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. "Just like pop, pop, pop," Campbell said. Dozens arrested after year-long federal investigation, drugs removed from Western Pa. Two officers were dispatched shortly after noon to a domestic disturbance call in McKeesport . Morris allegedly told two witnesses who were driving up Grandview Avenue that police were trying to kill him and asked them to film him. Thomas, who has been on the force for four years, was discharged by Monday night and back home recovering with family, Alfer reported. "The subject continued around the corner to the intersection of Versailles Avenue and Patterson Avenue, where he encountered a third McKeesport officer. BOTH OFFICERS EVENTUALLY CAUGHT UP TO MOORES ALONG GRANDVIEW AVENUE, WHERE POLICE SAY MORRIS PULLED OUT A GUN AND STARTED FIRING AND KILLING OFFICERS LIKE LANSKY AND INJURING OFFICER THOMAS. Advertisement. People living in the community told KDKA-TV he has two adult children and two teenagers. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. "The officers attempted to speak with the subject, and he walked away without speaking with officers," Allegheny County Police Superintendent Christopher Kearns said. The non-profit, Mentoring Village, will be holding a vigil in honor of Fallen Officer Sluganski tomorrow, February 8 at 6 p.m. at Renzi Park. He faces a list of charges in connection with the shooting death of Officer Sean . Updated on: February 6, 2023 / 10:35 PM Another person has been shot to death in McKeesport. The lockdown was later lifted. Members of the department's homicide unit were called to a . Sluganski called into his radio saying, Watch his right hand in pocket appears real heavy, according to the complaint. Click here to read what weve learned about Thomas. The injured officer was identified as Charles Thomas, Jr., 35. Johnathan Morris was released from the hospital and taken to jail on Thursday. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. The non-profit, Mentoring Village, will be holding a vigil in honor of Fallen Officer Sluganski tomorrow, February 8 at 6 p.m. at Renzi Park. A man is dead after a shooting in McKeesport. First responders found a woman who had been shot in the arm. The officer killed was identified by the .
McKeesport Officer Shooting: What we've learned - news.yahoo.com In the documents, officers state Morris is a Veteran suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and was having an episode. AND FOR THEM TO LOSE ONE OF THEIR BROTHERS, FOR US TO SHOW OUR SUPPORT TO THEM, I FEEL ITS VERY IMPORTANT FOR THE COMMUNITY TO COME TOGETHER AND SHOW OUR SUPPORT.
Injured survivor of McKeesport shooting facing firearms charges Western PA Mourns Fallen McKeesport Police Officer RELATED >> Never going to be forgotten; Community mourning fallen McKeesport police officer Sean Sluganski, This is a tragic loss for our department and our community, Alfer said in a statement. MCKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) One officer was killed, another was wounded and a suspect was shot in McKeesport on Monday afternoon. TWO YEARS AGO. SHE SERVED IN THE DEPARTMENT FROM 2005 UNTIL SHE WAS FIRED. Recall alert: More than 400 products including sandwiches, yogurt, snacks recalled, LIVE UPDATES: Explosion possible at train derailment site; Urgent evacuation order issued, Chinese spy balloon: Here is a timeline of events, VIDEO: Urgent evacuation order issued in East Palestine, explosion possible at train derailment site, DOWNLOAD the Channel 11 News app for breaking news alerts, Thousands without power in Fayette, Indiana, Westmoreland counties, Strong winds cause damage, thousands of power outages throughout Fayette County, Video shows man arrested by heavy police presence outside hotel in Downtown Pittsburgh, Coroner called to scene of house fire in Bullskin Township, Crafton man accused of sexually assaulting 11-year-old girl at playground, Woman arrested after 3 children dead, 2 others injured at a house in Italy, Texas, Pittsburgh woman missing for more than 30 years found alive in Puerto Rico. / CBS Pittsburgh.
MCKEESPORT, Pa. (AP) A man having a mental health crisis shot and killed a police officer, wounded a second and fired at a third before being wounded in a shootout in a western Pennsylvania city on Monday, authorities said. One of the officers was fatally wounded.
McKeesport: Three people shot on Pirl Street - wtae.com Sluganski had served on the force for two years after joining the department in January 2020. The suspect walked to the 1300 block of Grandview Avenue and was met by the officers when he turned and began firing. A man is being charged after one police officer died and another was injured during a shooting in McKeesport on Monday.
Allegheny County police said around 5 p.m., officials were notified of a shooting on Jenny Lind. Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. The officer killed was identified by the McKeesport Police. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved.
1 police officer dead, another injured after shooting in McKeesport The second officer, 35-year-old Charles Thomas Jr., was flown to a Pittsburgh-area trauma center. First responders. Moments before the shooting, Officer Sluganski said Morris was running. Allegheny County Police said the latest incident took place around 5:45 p.m. Friday along the 1200 block of Park Street. WE HAVE LEARNED THAT CANDICE TYLER, WHO IS THE MOTHER OF JONATHAN MORRIS, IS A FORMER MCKEESPORT POLICE OFFICER. Morris started to fire at the officer, but the officer was not hit, according to the complaint.
Stories About McKeesport - CBS Pittsburgh - CBS News Man shot in East McKeesport - CBS Pittsburgh IDs Of Officers Killed, Wounded In McKeesport Shooting Released One on West Park Way and one on Versailles Avenue.. The suspect continued walking to the intersection of Versailles Avenue and Patterson Street, where he opened fire on a third officer. NOW PLAYING ABOVE. BUT MORRIS TOOK OFF AND HAD ANOTHER EXCHANGE OF GUNFIRE WITH POLICE BEFORE HE WAS TAKEN INTO CUSTODY.
1 killed in McKeesport shooting - CBS Pittsburgh This content is imported from Twitter. According to a news release from Allegheny County police, 911 was notified of a shooting in the 2000 block of Jenny Lind Street at 5:16 p.m. Once on scene, first responders found the victim, later identified as 59-year-old Antony Sayles, with gunshot wounds to the torso and head. According to a news release from Allegheny County police, 911 was notified of a shooting in the 2000 block of Jenny Lind. Allegheny County Police Department, the Allegheny County Sheriffs Office and State Police are handling the calls in McKeesport on Tuesday, so officers have time to grieve. "There was an exchange of gunfire, and the subject was wounded.". Police said three men were shot at the Crawford. Channel 11 learned that the officers were responding to a domestic situation involving a man going through mental health crisis when he opened fire at the officers. MCKEESPORT, Pa. Three people are dead and another is injured in two shooting scenes less than half a mile from each other in McKeesport on Wednesday. MCKEESPORT OFFICERS SHAWN SLICK AND CHARLES THOMAS JR WERE RESPONDING TO A DOMESTIC DISPUTE. Morris served in the military and suffered from PTSD, according to the criminal complaint.
3 people dead after 2 separate shootings in McKeesport; all victims MCKEESPORT, Pa. (AP) A man having a "mental health crisis" shot and killed a police officer, wounded a second and fired at a third before being wounded in a shootout in a western Pennsylvania city on Monday, authorities said. A procession for Sluganski consisting of other first responders began around 5:15 p.m., traveling from UPMC McKeesport to the county medical examiner's office in Pittsburgh.All schools in the McKeesport Area School District were on an exterior lockdown due to police activity. MCKEESPORT, Pa. A man is dead after a shooting in McKeesport on Friday evening. Today, they made sacrifices we hoped and prayed they would never need to make. All schools in the McKeesport Area School District were on an exterior lockdown due to police activity. RAW: Allegheny County police investigating fatal shooting in McKeesport. Police said charges were being prepared against the suspect, who is known to McKeesport police.
/ CBS Pittsburgh. The suspect was hit in the leg and fled. It didn't take long before Haile realized who the victim was, hearing her neighbor's family member crying his name. "The suspect suddenly produced a handgun and shot the two McKeesport officers," Kearns said. A shooting sparked over a dispute about barking dogs in Georgia left a woman behind bars on two counts of second-degree attempted murder, officials said. The officers tried to talk to the man but he walked away from the home, and officers were warned by a family member that he might be armed, Kearns said. They are heroes, Regan said. CHECK OUT WTAE:Stay in the know with the latest Pittsburgh news, weather and sports . "We have lost a friend, a trusted colleague and an officer whose passion was providing service to the public.". The county release said Thomas has been on the force for four years.
Investigators were at the scene for hours,. County police said they got called to help McKeesport officers around 6 p.m. County police have determined that 25-year-old Vernon Dean Eutsey, of . First published on February 7, 2023 / 2:45 PM. "This is a tragic loss for our department and our community," said county director of communications Amie M. Downs. The McKeesport police chief identified the fallen officer as Sean Sluganski and the injured officer as Charles Thomas, who has been released from the hospital.
McKeesport shooting: Teenager in critical condition 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Stock photo of police lights. Morris is charged with criminal homicide, aggravated assault, assaulting a law enforcement officer and criminal attempted murder of a law enforcement officer.
1 juvenile killed, another injured in McKeesport shooting 1 police officer killed, another injured in McKeesport shooting Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. He is charged with criminal homicide, aggravated assault, assaulting a law enforcement officer and criminal attempted murder of a law enforcement officer. MCKEESPORT, Pa. The owner of the Unimart in McKeesport showed us surveillance . In the documents, officers state Morris is a Veteran suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and was having an episode. The latest breaking updates, delivered straight to your email inbox. Apr. MCKEESPORT, Pa. An arrest warrant has been issued after a fatal shooting in McKeesport on Friday. Please enter valid email address to continue. People remain on edge, and Allegheny County police told KDKA-TV they do not have anyone in custody. "I have no clue who would kill him," said Mae Hudson, who lives near where the shooting happened. A source close to the investigation told KDKA-TV at one point in the evening police detained someone. Police Officers Shot in McKeesport - 1:35 p.m. Cut-In 1 February 6, 2023, 1:42 PM Police Officers Shot in McKeesport - 1:35 p.m. Cut-In Recommended Stories The Daily Beast All the Creepy. Mar 1 02:18 City of McKeesport giving $3,000 bonuses to. They did, and police were able to view that footage, according to the complaint. According to Chief Alfer, Thomas is now at home and recovering with family. The fallen McKeesport officer has been identified as Sean Sluganski. The second officer was critically wounded and flown to the hospital but is now in stable condition, Kearns said. "They have dealt with him on past occasions," Kearns said. The fallen McKeesport officer has been identified as Sean Sluganski. About a month ago, a police chief was killed and two officers wounded in an Allegheny County borough northeast of Pittsburgh. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. One officer died at the hospital and the other was critically wounded and later life flighted to a Pittsburgh trauma center. Stay with us for additional details. / CBS Pittsburgh. MCKEESPORT, Pa. An arrest warrant has been issued after a fatal shooting in McKeesport on Friday. | Watch WPXI NOW, RAW: NTSB drone footage of East Palestine train derailment. Kearns said he was taken to UPMC but doctors couldn't save his life. "We have lost a friend, a trusted colleague and an officer whose passion was providing service to the public." Hudson told KDKA-TV that she knew the man and he does not bother anyone. By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. Sluganski joined the McKeesport Police Department in Jan. 2020 and was promoted to full time in Jan. 2021. Earle went through court documents, and Morris does not appear to have any prior criminal record or civil cases in Pennsylvania. Another McKeesport community, feeling the impact of a problem that's plagued the city this past week.
Medical examiner IDs man killed in McKeesport shooting Updated on: March 3, 2023 / 11:38 PM First responders found the victim after . Two officers were dispatched shortly after noon to a domestic disturbance call in McKeesport, about 12 miles (20 kilometers) south of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County Police Superintendent Christopher Kearns said at a news conference. He was discharged from the hospital Monday night. Police said they were told of a subject in a mental health crisis and were warned he may be armed. Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter.
Officer killed, 2nd wounded in western Pennsylvania shootout | AP News IM TORI YORGEY FOR PITTSBURGHS ACTION NEWS 4 ACTION NEWS INVESTIGATES HAS UNCOVERED SOME NEW INFORMATION THIS NOON. February 6, 2023. PHOTOS: Heavy police presence after 2 police officers shot in McKeesport. PREVIOUS COVERAGE >>> 1 police officer killed, another injured in McKeesport shooting. Joyner, who lived in Pittsburgh,. IT WAS YESTERDAY. "Violence is everywhere, no matter where you live," Haile said. First published on February 6, 2023 / 1:12 PM. Sources say a father called 911 after finding his son shot inside a home.
1 officer shot and killed, another injured in McKeesport. Morris is facing a list of charges, including homicide. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. "I thought it was firecrackers.". 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. I MEAN, ITS VERY DISTURBING. A detective with the McKeesport Police Department confirmed to KDKA's Shelley Bortz on the scene that three were . The injured officer was identified as Charles Thomas, Jr., 35. A video has gone viral across social media that shows a car salesman urinating on a Black woman's driver's license.
McKeesport triple shooting prompts heavy police presence Police were told that the suspect was possibly carrying a gun. One of the people started to a apply a tourniquet to Morris leg when a third McKeesport officer arrived.
1 police officer dead, another injured after shooting in McKeesport