Police Officers Shot in McKeesport - 1:35 p.m. Cut-In, 1 dead from self-inflicted gunshot after cops fire weapons during shooting investigation: police, Police in pursuit of carjacking suspect who fired shots at officers, Oakland officers shoot armed carjacking suspect, police say, Woman shot by police after officers respond to report of suicidal person with gun, Tulsa police kill man who shot at officers, Police officer has life-changing injuries after being shot in Omagh, Milwaukee police shooting: Man dead, officers' conduct investigated, Suspect shot and killed by police at Elk Grove hotel. A release from Allegheny County identified the officer killed as Sean Sluganski, 32. "We have lost a friend, a trusted colleague and an officer whose passion was providing service to the public." Thomas, who has been on the force for four years, was discharged by Monday night and back home recovering with family, Alfer reported. Please enter valid email address to continue. Please enter valid email address to continue. "I've got kids, I've got grandkids," Hudson said. Moments before the shooting, Officer Sluganski said Morris was running. Stock photo of police lights. "It's just not going to stop.". MCKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) Three people were shot Tuesday afternoon in McKeesport. / CBS Pittsburgh. The suspect, Phillip Payne, is accused of shooting Dontae McKenith, 18, at a residence in the 1200 block of Soles Street around 2 a.m. Saturday, county homicide detectives said. A man is being charged after one police officer died and another was injured during a shooting in McKeesport on Monday. Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Police paperwork said that after Morris exchanged gunfire with the officers, he went to a nearby Uni-Mart parking lot and told two people he had been shot and needed help. The suspect, later identified as Johnathan Morris, walked from Wilson Avenue to Grandview Avenue, and Kearns said when the suspect encountered the officers, he pulled out a handgun and shot them. ONE OFFICER WAS ABLE TO RETURN FIRE, HITTING MORRIS IN THE LEG. MCKEESPORT, Pa. Three men were killed Wednesday afternoon in two unrelated McKeesport shootings, according to Allegheny County Police. All schools in the McKeesport Area School District were on an exterior lockdown due to police activity. Dozens arrested after year-long federal investigation, drugs removed from Western Pa. 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. MCKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) One person is dead after a shooting in McKeesport on Friday. "The suspect suddenly produced a handgun and shot the two McKeesport officers," Kearns said. Davon Flewellen-Belton, 18, was arraigned early Thursday. The lockdown was later lifted. WPXI.com News Staff and Taylor Spirito, WPXI.com. Police and paramedics have responded to two shooting scenes in the city of McKeesport. Homicide detectives are handling the investigation. 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. Tony Campbell was watching TV and about to eat dinner when he heard the sound of gunshots outside his home. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. Reporter Show Transcript MCKEESPORT, Pa. A teenager was in critical condition after a shooting in McKeesport on Monday afternoon, police said. Kearns said charges were being prepared against Morris, who he said is known to McKeesport police. IT WAS YESTERDAY. He again produced a firearm and fired at that officer," Kearns said. Show Transcript MCKEESPORT, Pa. A man is being charged after one police officer died and another was injured during a shooting in McKeesport on Monday. Dozens arrested after year-long federal investigation, drugs removed from Western Pa. Crafton man accused of sexually assaulting 11-year-old girl at playground. (Arturo Fernandez/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette via AP), Connect with the definitive source for global and local news. February 7, 2023 / 2:45 PM / CBS Pittsburgh. Police officers work the scene on Grandview Ave., in McKeesport, Pa., on Monday, Feb. 6, 2023. The second officer was flown to a Pittsburgh hospital. McKEESPORT, PA This city near Pittsburgh is reeling after a shooting Monday that left a police officer dead, and another officer and a suspect wounded. County police have determined that 25-year-old Vernon Dean Eutsey, of . THE WHOLE NIGHT. Kearns said the suspect was wounded in an exchange of gunfire. Members of the department's homicide unit were called to a . "I have no clue who would kill him," said Mae Hudson, who lives near where the shooting happened. 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. Allegheny County police's homicide detectives are investigating. "It's out of control. 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. A man is dead after a shooting in McKeesport. WE DO KNOW MORRIS IS FACING A LONG LIST OF CHARGES, INCLUDING CRIMINAL HOMICIDE, AS WELL AS AGGRAVATED ASSAULT FROM MCKEESPORT. Police: 1 teen killed, 1 in critical condition after shooting in McKeesport. Morris was standing in a yard there when he pulled out a gun and started shooting at Thomas and then Sluganski, according to court documents. PREVIOUS COVERAGE >>> 1 police officer killed, another injured in McKeesport shooting. Both Thomas and Morris were in stable condition, police said earlier in the day. "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. People remain on edge, and Allegheny County police told KDKA-TV they do not have anyone in custody. 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. The second officer, 35-year-old Charles Thomas Jr., was flown to a Pittsburgh-area trauma center. 2023 Cox Media Group. Police paperwork said that after Morris exchanged . Click here for information on funeral arrangements. The suspect was later shot and killed in Pittsburgh after crashing a carjacked vehicle and exchanging gunfire with police, authorities said. First responders. Click here to read what weve learned about Thomas. Sluganski had served on the force for two years after joining the department in January 2020. Payne and the. Anyone with information is asked to call the county police tipline at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. Allegheny County Police Superintendent Christopher Kearns said. EAST MCKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) - A man was found shot in the chest in East McKeesport on Tuesday afternoon. 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. "Back in the day, it used to not be like this. He was discharged from the hospital Monday night. RAW: Allegheny County police investigating fatal shooting in McKeesport. The officers returned fire when they were both hit. Court documents identify the suspect as Johnathan Morris. 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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. Allegheny County police said around 5 p.m., officials were notified of a shooting on Jenny Lind. If you have any information about what happened, call Allegheny County police at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. MCKEESPORT, Pa. An arrest warrant has been issued after a fatal shooting in McKeesport on Friday. Police and medics were on the scene of a shooting on Versailles Avenue in the parking lot of the Uni-Mart. When they arrived, they found a man shot multiple times. "They have dealt with him on past occasions," Kearns said. By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. Target 11 Investigator Rick Earle has learned new details from sources about the suspect, Johnathan Morris. Sources say a father called 911 after finding his son shot inside a home. / CBS Pittsburgh. PHOTOS: Police respond to situation. The lockdown was later lifted. The officers encountered him nearby and he suddenly produced a handgun and shot the two McKeesport officers, 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. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. Police said charges were being prepared against the suspect, who is known to McKeesport police. One McKeesport police officer was killed, and another was wounded Monday afternoon after responding to a domestic disturbance call. She said she is sick of the gun violence. Morris was standing in a yard there when he pulled out a gun and started shooting at Thomas and then Sluganski, according to court documents. The fallen McKeesport officer has been identified as Sean Sluganski. Investigators were at the scene for hours,. Eutsey has been charged with criminal homicide, tampering with evidence, person not to possess firearms, and recklessly endangering another person. "We have lost a friend, a trusted colleague and an officer whose passion was providing service to the public.". A TEDDY BEAR WITH A CARD LYING NEAR THE SPOT. Channel 11 is actively working to learn more. TWO YEARS AGO. The president of the Fraternal Order of Police state lodge, Joseph Regan, said the officers left their homes knowing it was their duty to protect and serve McKeesport regardless of the outcome. 2023 Cox Media Group. County police have determined that 25-year-old Vernon Dean Eutsey, of Pittsburgh, was the person responsible for the shooting. PHOTOS: Heavy police presence after 2 police officers shot in McKeesport. First responders found the victim after dispatchers were notified of a shooting on Broadway Avenue around 12:45 p.m. KDKA-TV learned neighbors did CPR on the victim until first responders arrived. Sluganski had served on the force for two years after joining the department in January 2020. Anyone with information concerning this shooting is asked to call the county police tip line at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. Click here to read more about Sluganskis life and career. Jane Haile watched as first responders put him in an ambulance. "The subject continued around the corner to the intersection of Versailles Avenue and Patterson Avenue, where he encountered a third McKeesport officer. Dozens arrested after year-long federal investigation, drugs removed from Western Pa. People used to fight with their fists, and now they shoot and everything," Campbell said. MCKEESPORT, Pa. An arrest warrant has been issued after a fatal shooting in McKeesport on Friday. It didn't take long before Haile realized who the victim was, hearing her neighbor's family member crying his name.