pic.twitter.com/z4MfrFpePR. Morris, who radio dispatchers said was a military veteran, was also wounded in the incident and taken to a hospital. It is their words of encouragement that will be with all of our officers as they continue to serve our community in the weeks, months, and years to come. Thirty-five-year-old Charles Thomas Jr. is recovering at home. #WPXI #PGH #PITTSBURGH pic.twitter.com/KlAa50Dj02. Belton fired a weapon (info below) but so far, is only facing firearm possession charges. Both were students at McKeesport High School, district Superintendent Tia Wanzo told Tribune-Review news partner WPXI. One officer was transported to UPMC McKeesport where he was pronounced deceased. Allegheny County police gave an update on the shooting, confirming one officer was killed, another was wounded and the suspect was also shot. When officers arrived, they learned that the subject had been acting aggressively to family members. The man accused of killing a McKeesport police officer and injuring another allegedly made a threatening phone call to an out-of-state bank about a month ago. Get me some help. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Police officers from across the county are getting ready to escort the fallen officer's body from UPMC McKeesport to the Strip District in Pittsburgh, where the Allegheny County Medical Examiner's Office is located. Johnathan Jermia Morris 31, of McKeesport is charged in Allegheny County with criminal homicide, aggravated assault and attempted murder, and assault of a law enforcement officer in the shooting Monday afternoon in McKeesport, about 12 miles (20 kilometers) south of Pittsburgh. MCKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) - Two people were shot in McKeesport on Tuesday afternoon. Johnathan Morris has been charged in connection with the shooting of two police officers in McKeesport. You're asked to line these streets at 2 p.m. Nearly one week after the death of a McKeesport police officer, loved ones and the community started to say their final goodbyes at the John F. Slater Funeral Home in Brentwood. WHATEVER I GOT TO DO. Down the street at Sable Kennels, the women there work closely with McKeesport police on animal calls. After the shooting, Morris walked around a corner and fired at the third officer, who returned fire. The medical examiner has since confirmed Eubanks' identity and said he was from McKeesport. Morris fired one round, and the shift commander returned fire at Morris as he rolled across Patterson Avenue. He joined the department in January 2020 and was promoted to full-time in January 2021. I WAS JUST OUT ON MY MY COUSINS PORCH. Anyone with information concerning this incident is asked to call the County Police Tip Line 1-833-ALL-TIPS. Turn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? The witnesses said they also saw a second police officer on foot near Morris. Good kid, trying to make his way. BUT THIS FATHER PUSHING FOR MORE POLICE PATROLS AFTER LOSING HIS SON TONIGHT. He returned fire, shooting Morris in the leg. The suspect's identity hasn't been released either, but Kearns said he will face charges. Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey is calling for prayers after a shooting in McKeesport killed one police officer and injured another. Community reacts to killing of McKeesport officer Sean Sluganski, Community mourning after shooting of 2 McKeesport officers, Latest on the fatal shooting of officer Sean Sluganski. Nobody needs to see it," Lacey said. "Today is a tragic day for the Commonwealth, for all of Allegheny County, and for the families of Officers Sluganski and Thomas, who said goodbye to them yesterday morning as they always do, not knowing what might happen. ITS GOING TO BE OKAY. At last update, the victim was in critical condition. Als u niet wilt dat wij en onze partners cookies en persoonsgegevens voor deze aanvullende doeleinden gebruiken, klik dan op 'Alles weigeren'. Following Officer Sluganski's tragic death, students from the community have made and sent condolence cards to other officers in the department. Thirty-two-year-old Sean Sluganski was killed. The hostility and bloodshed in our world today not just here in the City of McKeesport is more than a policing issue. He was transported to an area hospital in critical condition with a gunshot wound to the chest. A witness putting a tourniquet on his leg reported seeing Morris pull a handgun and point it at an approaching officer, after which the final exchange of gunfire occurred, authorities said. Detectives said a firearm was discharged by Eubanks, Flewellen-Belton, and Flewellen-Belton's father. Police are asking anyone with information to call 833-ALL-TIPS. 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Police arrived at the scene, according to the complaint, and the mother told officers her son fled the home. "Let God be with you, and for everyone just out here in the valley, just keep your eyes open and just be careful out here, said witness Tywan Winston. Antony L Sayles Sr., Death - A McKeesport, Pennsylvania family is mourning the death of their beloved father and grandfather who passed away unexpectedly just barely an hour after celebrating his birthday.Law enforcement agencies say 59-year-old Antony L Sayles Sr. died following a deadly shooting that happened on Friday evening in the area of the 2000 block of Jenny Lind Street. MCKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) - One officer was killed and another was injured after a shooting in McKeesport. Everyone who isn't coming to participate is asked to stay home because there will be "extreme" traffic delays for hours. "Today that heart is broken by senseless violence and another stark example of the danger that our law enforcement officers face every day, on every shift and on every call," the sheriff's office said. Allegheny County Police said the shooting occurred around 3:35 p.m. in the 3400 block of. Wenn Sie Ihre Auswahl anpassen mchten, klicken Sie auf Datenschutzeinstellungen verwalten. 02 Mar 2023 14:54:33 The McKeesport Area School District said McKeesport Area Senior High School, Founder's Hall Middle School and Twin Rivers Elementary were on an exterior lockdown due to the police activity Wednesday afternoon. 2/2 @WTAE pic.twitter.com/ZicCwnOQKc. He was taken to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead. The Elizabeth Forward and McKeesport high school wrestling teams met for a match on Tuesday night. He is a four-year member of the force. 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The mass and burial will take place on Tuesday and won't be open to the public. Eva Parker, a first responder, brought flowers from Bethel Park to pay her respects. So very sad news out of Pittsburgh today. 3 people dead after 2 separate shootings in McKeesport; scenes not connected, police say. A moment of silence was held before the McKeesport girls basketball game on Feb. 7, 2023. Court papers said the situation started with a 911 call for a domestic situation on Wilson Steet. PITTSBURGH A male victim was shot in the chest on the Pennsylvania Avenue bridge on Pittsburghs North Side. YOURE NOT GOING TO TAKE MY SON. Slain McKeesport officer identified in shooting that left 2nd officer, suspect wounded No word from county police on potential suspects. U kunt uw keuzes te allen tijde wijzigen door te klikken op de links 'Privacydashboard' op onze sites en in onze apps. The department can also be reached via its social media sites. We want each and every one of our officers to come home safely to their families every single day. Both teams, along with some of the coaches, met for a group photo while wearing the t-shirts. Morris mom, a fmr McKeesport officer, called police today saying her son was being aggressive & having a PTSD episode @KDKA pic.twitter.com/zpTwnXDsnf. Cherepko noted the recent rise in violence in McKeesport is not organized crime. "The safety of our students is a top priority at the McKeesport Area School District and it is saddening to hear of the tragedy this afternoon. He has now been charged. Allegheny County Police charged Johnathan Jermia Morris, 31, of 1411 Wilson St., McKeesport, with homicide, aggravated assault, assault of a law enforcement officer and two counts of attempted. REPORTING LIVE TONIGHT IN, Three men were killed Wednesday afternoon in two unrelated McKeesport shootings, according to Allegheny County Police.Police said three men were shot at the Crawford Village Housing Complex around 1 p.m., while a fourth man was shot nearby on Versailles Avenue about one hour earlier.Allegheny County police said the 47-year-old man shot along Versailles died at a local hospital. Accused McKeesport police shooting suspect leaves UPMC Presbyterian. LESS THAN A QUARTER OF A MILE AWAY. Because to police action in the area, the Facebook page for the McKeesport Area School District states that all of the districts schools and buildings are currently under lockdown. #UPDATE The 30-year-old man has died. The suspect was later listed in stable condition at a Pittsburgh-area trauma center. A wounded officer was treated and discharged. GOOD KID TRYING TO MAKE HIS WAY. A procession is taking the fallen officer from UPMC McKeesport to the medical examiner's office in the Strip District. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. His visitation is happening until 8 p.m. at the Slater Funeral Home in Brentwood. Callers can remain anonymous. Western Pennsylvania police officers killed in line of duty since 2008. The shooting took place near Pittsburgh Manchester K-8. Prayer service for peace held in McKeesport. A 30-year-old man was taken to a hospital in critical condition with a gunshot wound to the chest and was later pronounced dead. Police and medics found the two victims when they were called to Versailles Avenue around 3:30 p.m. Police said both were taken to hospitals, where one of them was pronounced dead. While the two witnesses were helping him, according to the complaint, Morris shot at a third McKeesport officer. Neither Allegheny County nor Pennsylvania state court records show any criminal history for Morris. Another officer arrived, the complaint said, and the two took Morris into custody. "While the investigation into this incident is still in the very early stages and ongoing, early reporting underscores the challenges and volatility we ask police to confront. Weichler said she had just left a call with officer Charles Thomas Jr. just an hour before the shooting. HES QUESTIONING WHY THIS UPTICK IN VIOLENCE IS HAPPENING. McKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) Two people were killed in a shooting in McKeesport. The Allegheny County Medical Examiner identified the deceased teen as Chance Naylor, 16, of McKeesport. The latest breaking updates, delivered straight to your email inbox. We had over 20 and still had three people shot less than a quarter of a mile away, Cherepko said.Cherepko said thats an example of why he says this is not solely a policing issue but a community issue, saying a significant police presence was close by, and still, violence happened.Having that many police and the extra police patrols, and you still have these shootings, so its a matter of really, as a community, its a community problem, Cherepko said.Damien said hes pushing for more police patrols after losing his son Wednesday night.If they would just put these cops, sit them up on the corner where all this killing and stuff is going, theres so much drugs and stuff going on down here, and they know it, Damien said.Detectives say these two shootings are not connected and that there is no threat to the general public.Cherepko noted the recent rise in violence in McKeesport is not organized crime. Visitors are asked to park at the old Benson Lincoln dealership on Route 51 and a shuttle bus will take you to the funeral home. Morris' mother, Candace Taylor, is a former McKeesport police officer, KDKA-TV has learned. "It is definitely one of the most dangerous -- I would not say the most dangerous -- but it's definitely one of the most dangerous calls we get," Jackson Township Police Chief Terry Seilhamer said about domestic incidents. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Officials say three people have been shot. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Police were called to the 900 block of Pennsylvania Avenue just before 3 p.m. Tuesday for a ShotSpotter alert. According to Allegheny County police, a 22-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene. Police and medics were on the scene of a shooting on Versailles Avenue in the parking lot of the Uni-Mart. The officers were responding to a domestic call on Wilson Street when they encountered the suspect on Grandview Avenue. The Fraternal Order of the Police is setting up a fund for Sean Sluganski at the ParkView Community Federal Credit Union in McKeesport. God bless him and his family. Police said Morris' mom warned officers he had a gun. At the match, hosted by Elizabeth Forward High School, wrestling coach Richard Scheurrman provided t-shirts he had made, printed with 'McKeesport Police Strong' on them in the wake of the death of Officer Sean Sluganski. Sluganski arrived on scene three minutes later and was told by Tyler that her son had fled. The man accused of killing a McKeesport police officer and wounding another Monday afternoon was said to be experiencing PTSD and told witnesses just moments before the shooting that the police were trying to kill him and asked them to record his interaction with them, according to court documents. 2023 Cox Media Group. The subject was transported to a Pittsburgh area trauma center where he is currently listed in stable condition.if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[468,60],'fox3now_com-leader-1','ezslot_16',129,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-fox3now_com-leader-1-0'); The Allegheny County Police Department is currently working with the District Attorneys office to prepare the criminal complaint to charge the suspect. No suspects have been named or arrested. His father identified him as Jordan Eubanks. The second officer was critically wounded and flown to the hospital but is now in stable condition, Kearns said. They saw Morris walk into the front yard at 1300 Grandview and saw a black police car pull just past into the alley. "As a reminder, there is a scheduled asynchronous virtual learning day for Monday, February 13, 2023. He died shortly after at the hospital. February 7, 2023, 11:02 AM. The witnesses did and captured the shooting of Officer Sean Sluganski and Chuck Thomas on video, according to a criminal complaint filed late Monday. The Allegheny County Police Departments Homicide Unit responded to a request for assistance in McKeesport for an officer-involved shooting.if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[728,90],'fox3now_com-large-leaderboard-2','ezslot_14',128,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-fox3now_com-large-leaderboard-2-0'); At 12:11 p.m. today, McKeesport Police Department officers were dispatched to a domestic-related disturbance call in the 1400 block of Wilson Street. The Allegheny County Sheriff's Office posted a statement on Facebook, saying McKeesport is in many ways the "heart" of the Mon Valley. Officer Sluganski had served on the force for two years. Damien said hes pushing for more police patrols after losing his son Wednesday night. It's not going to be easy work, and everybody in McKeesport needs to understand that.". He died in the emergency room at UPMC McKeesport. Cherepko said thats an example of why he says this is not solely a policing issue but a community issue, saying a significant police presence was close by, and still, violence happened. Both shootings remain under investigation. The boy was shot multiple times near the area of Dinsmore Street and Meadow Street at around 2:30 p.m. this afternoon. OFFICERS WERE RESPONDING TO A SHOOTING ON BRUSSELS AVENUE WHERE A 47 YEAR OLD MAN WAS SHOT AND DIED SHORTLY AFTER AT THE HOSPITAL. After he was wounded, Morris attempted to present himself to witnesses in the area as a victim, according to the criminal complaint. Police respond to situation in McKeesport. Flewellen-Belton . The Allegheny County Police Department's Homicide Unit responded to a request for assistance in McKeesport for an officer-involved shooting. On Tuesday morning, Acting Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry released this statement on the death of Officer Sean Sluganski. The medical examiner's office identified him as Robert Joyner, of Pittsburgh.At the Crawford Village incident, police said a 22-year-old man, later identified as Jerred Duncan, of Turtle Creek, was pronounced dead on the scene.Family members on the scene identified the 30-year-old victim as Jordan Eubanks. First responders were called to the 3400 block of Versailles Avenue shortly after 3:30 p.m., county officials said. PTSD, mental health issues need to be addressed," neighbor Robin Lacey said. At approximately 12:25 p.m., Sluganski announced on the radio that Morris was running. Pittsburgh is praying for the officer fighting for his life and we are sending our support to his family, friends, and the entire McKeesport Bureau of Police during this difficult time. OVERNIGHT NEWS: A 24-year-old McKeesport man was shot and killed as he tried to run away from the shooters in Crawford Village. POLICE SAY THAT THE TWO SHOOTINGS ARE NOT CONNECTED. Seventeen hours before Johnathan Morris allegedly killed one McKeesport police officer and wounded another, he fired three tightly grouped shots through. Sluganski was killed while Thomas was injured. Nearly 100 people attended the event, which was put on to "support the McKeesport community.". pic.twitter.com/a7ZEUZMVoF, Governor Josh Shapiro said on Twitter, "Lori and I are praying for the family and loved ones of the McKeesport police officer who died in the line of duty today. 1/2 @WTAE . "But as with all of our officers, you can imagine him, who was there, shot as well with officer Sluganksi," Mayor Cherepko said. He didnt bother nobody, stayed to himself.An 18-year-old man, identified as Davon Flewellen-Belton, was taken to the hospital in stable condition with a gunshot wound to the leg.County Police detectives said there was a physical fight between Duncan and Eubanks which led to Crawford Village gunfire. Our officers all officers never know what they are walking into. 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Als u uw keuzes wilt aanpassen, klik dan op 'Privacyinstellingen beheren'. And it's like I told folks last night, we can sit around and wait for the news to show up to report this, or we can try to get in front of it and stop it from happening. "The McKeesport Police Department is mourning the loss of Officer Sean Sluganski, 32, who died today in the line of duty. He didnt bother nobody, stayed to himself.. At. 1/2 @WTAE . The suspect, Johnathan Morris, was also injured in an exchange of gunfire with a third officer and was taken to the hospital. Learn about careers at Cox Media Group. A prayer service for peace was held hours after one police officer was killed and another was injured in a shooting in McKeesport. 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. The medical examiner has since confirmed Eubanks' identity and said he was from McKeesport.Youre not going to take my son and its going to be okay. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Superintendent Christopher Kearns said McKeesport officers were dispatched to Wilson Street around 12:11 p.m. for a domestic call and was warned the suspect might be armed. The McKeesport Area School District will switch to remote learning on Tuesday to allow the community to attend Sean Sluganski's funeral. "They're here early in the morning to make sure we're getting into the building safely," said Erica Ashcroft. The four-year officer of the department is at home recovering and doing well. Cherepko released a statement on the violence saying, We have had another senseless act of violence in our community today. The injured officer was brought to the hospital in critical condition after being shot in the face. 24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events. The safety of our students is a top priority at the McKeesport Area School District and it is saddening to hear of the tragedy this afternoon. Man shot in head in McKeesport; suspect charged with attempted homicide Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Got a news tip? At least 10 evidence markers dotted the ground in the parking lot of the Uni-Mart gas station. McKeesport Police officer Sean Sluganski was killed in the line of duty on Monday, December 6, 2023. A community continues to grieve after the shooting of two McKeesport officers. Police respond to situation in McKeesport Police respond to a situation in McKeesport on Wednesday. A shooting has left one person dead, sent two to the hospital, and led to lockdowns at three McKeesport Area Schools, authorities announced just after 1 p.m. on Wednesday, March 1. We would also like to extend prayers to the friends and family of his fallen police brother who died during the same police call they were responding to in McKeesport. | Watch WPXI NOW, Teen kidnapped in Cranberry during armed home invasion; Police believe family was targeted. Those in attendance said they are praying for the families of both officers. He suddenly produced a handgun and shot the two McKeesport officers. It's a stark contrast to one day ago when police officers swarmed the street. He also said police regularly patrol Crawford Village, and he said he spends time there as well. A 16-year-old is dead and another juvenile was in critical condition following a shooting Tuesday afternoon in McKeesport, according to Allegheny County Police detectives. One of the witnesses at the Unimart was struck in the boot with a bullet. The officer's family members are at the hospital. He was then taken into custody. It'll enter from the Mansfield Bridge and turn left onto West Fifth Avenue then right onto Walnut Street to Eden Park Boulevard and onto East Fifth Avenue. Anyone with information is asked to call 833-255-8477. We need partners in the fight. Good kid, trying to make his way. "They always have our backs and we try to always have their backs and it's just an absolute tragedy," Jill Erny said. Sluganski was killed and Thomas was injured. The officers were responding to a domestic call on Wilson Street when they encountered. Belton told police his shooting was self-defense. GVA will collect and check for accuracy, comprehensive information about gun-related violence in the U.S. and then post and disseminate it online. Police said Monday that Morris was known to them. According to law enforcement sources, Morris mother, Candace Tyler, worked as a McKeesport police officer from 2005 through Oct. 19, 2021, when she was fired. Authorities said in a criminal complaint that two witnesses said Morris flagged them down, told them police were trying to kill him and asked them to record video. They found two juvenile shooting victims, both of whom were transported to area hospitals. Students and coaches from McKeesport and Elizabeth Forward met for a group photo while wearing McKeesport Police Strong shirts in honor of fallen Officer Sean Sluganski. 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