Sluganski joined the McKeesport Police Department in Jan. 2020 and was promoted to full time in Jan. 2021. 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. PHOTOS: Police respond to situation. 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. CHECK OUT WTAE:Stay in the know with the latest Pittsburgh news, weather and sports . One police officer has died after two officers were shot in McKeesport on Monday, February 6, 2023, authorities say. Click here to read more about Sluganskis life and career. Target 11 has also learned Morris mother filed a wrongful termination suit against the City of McKeesport, claiming racial and gender discrimination after she was fired. First published on February 6, 2023 / 1:12 PM. "We have lost a friend, a trusted colleague and an officer whose passion was providing service to the public.". They did, and police were able to view that footage, according to the complaint. The latest breaking updates, delivered straight to your email inbox. "I knew something must have happened, something bad," Haile said. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. THE SUSPECT, JONATHAN MORRIS, WHO IS A VETERAN, WAS ALLEGEDLY HAVING A PTSD EPISODE BEFORE POLICE ENCOUNTERED MOORE AS HE LEFT THE HOUSE AND TOLD TWO WITNESSES THAT THE POLICE WERE TRYING TO KILL HIM AND ASKED THOSE WITNESSES TO RECORD HIM, WHICH THEY DID. KDKA-TV learned neighbors did CPR on the victim until first responders arrived. One of the people started to a apply a tourniquet to Morris leg when a third McKeesport officer arrived. The victim was identified by the medical examiners office as 22-year-old Michael Gunter. "The subject continued around the corner to the intersection of Versailles Avenue and Patterson Avenue, where he encountered a third McKeesport officer. One McKeesport police officer was killed, and another was wounded Monday afternoon after responding to a domestic disturbance call. Police were told that the suspect was possibly carrying a gun. A TEDDY BEAR WITH A CARD LYING NEAR THE SPOT. "The suspect suddenly produced a handgun and shot the two McKeesport officers," Kearns said. / CBS Pittsburgh. People used to fight with their fists, and now they shoot and everything," Campbell said. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. 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. (Avid_creative/Getty Images). 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. Please enter valid email address to continue. 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. The lockdown was later lifted. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. NOW PLAYING ABOVE. TWO YEARS AGO. Hearst Television participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. The injured officer was identified as Charles Thomas, Jr., 35. February 6, 2023. 19-year-old Kimoni Wilson shot and killed after breaking into ex's home. One officer died at the hospital and the other was critically wounded and later life flighted to a Pittsburgh trauma center. "I thought it was firecrackers.". This content is imported from Twitter. 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. EAST MCKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) - A man was found shot in the chest in East McKeesport on Tuesday afternoon. Jane Haile watched as first responders put him in an ambulance. Davon Flewellen-Belton, 18, was arraigned early Thursday. The mayors office asked people to keep the department in their thoughts and to respect the families privacy during this tragic and traumatic time.. The second officer was flown to a Pittsburgh hospital. Officer Sluganski arrived on foot. Anyone with information is asked to call the county police tipline at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. WTAE/Louie Griffith McKeesport police activity Allegheny County dispatchers tell Pittsburgh's Action. Mar 1 02:18 City of McKeesport giving $3,000 bonuses to. One on West Park Way and one on Versailles Avenue.. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. It is not clear if there are any suspects or arrests. MCKEESPORT, Pa. The injured survivor of a shooting at McKeesport's Crawford Village on Wednesday is facing firearms charges. County police have determined that 25-year-old Vernon Dean Eutsey, of Pittsburgh, was the person responsible for the shooting. "Violence is everywhere, no matter where you live," Haile said. First published on February 17, 2023 / 6:22 PM. Please enter valid email address to continue. First responders found a woman who had been shot in the arm. By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. A source close to the investigation told KDKA-TV at one point in the evening police detained someone. MCKEESPORT, Pa. An arrest warrant has been issued after a fatal shooting in McKeesport on Friday. He was discharged from the hospital Monday night. MCKEESPORT, Pa. A man is dead after a shooting in McKeesport. First published on March 3, 2023 / 6:59 PM. Allegheny County police said. A man is being charged after one police officer died and another was injured during a shooting in McKeesport on Monday. He has been discharged from the hospital and is recovering now at home. 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. December 15, 2022 at 4:12 pm EST. I MEAN, ITS VERY DISTURBING. "I've got kids, I've got grandkids," Hudson said. According to officials, the suspect walked away from police when they tried talking with him. By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. The suspect was later listed in stable condition at a Pittsburgh-area trauma center. Allegheny County police's homicide detectives are investigating. 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. 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. Stock photo of police lights. @WTAE https://t.co/il5ofGFc1n. 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. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. McKeesport Police Chief Adam Alfer said this is a tragic loss for their department. MCKEESPORT, Pa. A man is dead after a shooting in McKeesport. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. Unfortunately, police said he died from his injuries at the hospital. THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE WAS MADE. Dozens arrested after year-long federal investigation, drugs removed from Western Pa. Crafton man accused of sexually assaulting 11-year-old girl at playground. Allegheny County police said around 5 p.m., officials were notified of a shooting on Jenny Lind. Kearns said he was taken to UPMC but doctors couldn't save his life. 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. The officers returned fire when they were both hit. 2023, Hearst Television Inc. on behalf of WTAE-TV. 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IM TORI YORGEY FOR PITTSBURGHS ACTION NEWS 4 ACTION NEWS INVESTIGATES HAS UNCOVERED SOME NEW INFORMATION THIS NOON. The second officer was flown to a Pittsburgh hospital. Eventually, he saw a man on the ground. I CRIED THE WHOLE DAY. People remain on edge, and Allegheny County police told KDKA-TV they do not have anyone in custody. 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. Today, they made sacrifices we hoped and prayed they would never need to make. Members of the department's homicide unit were called to a . 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. First published on February 7, 2023 / 2:45 PM. Police said they were told of a subject in a mental health crisis and were warned he may be armed. "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. 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. The lockdown was later lifted. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. At this time, we ask that you keep all of our officers and their families in your hearts, particularly the families of Officer Sluganski and Officer Thomas.. 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Morris is still in the hospital after being shot multiple times in the legs during Mondays shooting, but he will eventually be taken to Allegheny County Jail. Eutsey has been charged with criminal homicide, tampering with evidence, person not to possess firearms, and recklessly endangering another person. 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. 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. If you have any information about what happened, call Allegheny County police at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. "The officers attempted to speak with the subject, and he walked away without speaking with officers," Allegheny County Police Superintendent Christopher Kearns said. According to Allegheny County police, emergency crews were called to the 1200 block of Park Street at 5:47 p.m. The fallen McKeesport officer has been identified as Sean Sluganski. Joyner, who lived in Pittsburgh,. Upon arrival, first responders found an adult male victim suffering from gunshot wounds. Target 11 Investigator Rick Earle has learned new details from sources about the suspect, Johnathan Morris. The suspect continued walking to the intersection of Versailles Avenue and Patterson Street, where he opened fire on a third officer. Officer Sluganski arrived on foot. Updated on: February 6, 2023 / 10:35 PM Channel 11 is actively working to learn more. The suspect was hospitalized and is in stable condition. Reporter Show Transcript MCKEESPORT, Pa. A teenager was in critical condition after a shooting in McKeesport on Monday afternoon, police said. They are heroes, Regan said. Kearns said the suspect was shot when he walked around a corner and fired at the third officer, who returned fire. The suspect was hit in the leg and fled. EAST MCKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) - A man was found shot in the chest in East McKeesport on Tuesday afternoon. I CRY. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. The officers encountered him nearby and he suddenly produced a handgun and shot the two McKeesport officers, Kearns said. It marked the fourth homicide in the last three days in the city. MCKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) One officer was killed, another was wounded and a suspect was shot in McKeesport on Monday afternoon. MCKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) One officer was killed, another was wounded and a suspect was shot in McKeesport on Monday afternoon. Police said three men were shot at the Crawford. 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Allegheny County police said around 5 p.m., officials were notified of a shooting on Jenny Lind Street. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. Two police officers were shot, one fatally, on Monday in western Pennsylvania. | Watch WPXI NOW, RAW: Full interview with Johns Hopkins atmospheric chemist on East Palestine train derailment. There was a heavy police presence and 25. First responders found a man who was shot in the trunk and head inside a home. Morris allegedly told two witnesses who were driving up Grandview Avenue that police were trying to kill him and asked them to film him. Allegheny County Police said the latest incident took place around 5:45 p.m. Friday along the 1200 block of Park Street. 'It's just devastating': Community supporting McKeesport police after 2 officers shot, 1 killed. Morris started to fire at the officer, but the officer was not hit, according to the complaint. 1 officer shot and killed, another injured in McKeesport. 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. Apr. The injured officer was identified as Charles Thomas, Jr., 35. 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. THEY DO A LOT AND THEY PUT THEIR LIVES IN RISK EVERY SINGLE DAY FOR US. "Just like pop, pop, pop," Campbell 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. When officers got there, they found a suspect having a "mental health crisis," Kearns said. Stock photo of police lights. "A release from Allegheny County identified the officer killed as Sean Sluganski, 32. Updated on: February 17, 2023 / 11:18 PM / CBS Pittsburgh. Kearns said the suspect was wounded in an exchange of gunfire. They have dealt with him on past occasions, Kearns said. "This is a tragic loss for our department and our community," said county director of communications Amie M. Downs. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Thomas, who has been on the force for four years, was discharged by Monday night and back home recovering with family, Alfer reported. According to a news release from Allegheny County police, 911 was notified of a shooting in the 2000 block of Jenny Lind. February 7, 2023 / 2:45 PM He is charged with criminal homicide, aggravated assault, assaulting a law enforcement officer and criminal attempted murder of a law enforcement officer. Sluganski had served on the force for two years after joining the department in January 2020. Advertisement. Please enter valid email address to continue. Morris now faces charges of criminal homicide, aggravated assault and murder of a police officer in the first degree, among related charges. MCKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) - Two people were shot in McKeesport on Tuesday afternoon. Court documents identify the suspect as Johnathan Morris. All schools in the McKeesport Area School District were on an exterior lockdown due to police activity. First responders found the victim after dispatchers were notified of a shooting on Broadway Avenue around 12:45 p.m. 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. 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. 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. "It's out of control. Kearns said charges were being prepared against Morris, who he said is known to McKeesport police. The second officer, 35-year-old Charles Thomas Jr., was flown to a Pittsburgh-area trauma center. 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. 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. "This is a tragic loss for our department and our community," said county director of communications Amie M. Downs. | Watch WPXI NOW, RAW: NTSB drone footage of East Palestine train derailment. First responders found the victim after . Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. One of the officers was taken to UPMC McKeesport, where he was pronounced dead, police said. Stay with us for additional details. "Somebody just there doing CPR on him," Campbell said. Click here to read more on what we know about Morris. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. 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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.