Another officer, Charles Thomas, was injured. I dont think he saw any combat, Zappala said. Another officer, later identified as Thomas, radioed in that shots were fired and he was hit, according to the complaint. His mother is also a former employee of the McKeesport Police Department. Police activity in McKeesport sends two nearby schools into exterior lockdown. A teenager was in critical condition after a shooting in McKeesport on Monday afternoon, police said.There was a heavy police presence and 25 evidence Le'Juane Powell was arrested earlier this month on charges of homicide and abuse of a corpse in Lennex's death. The recordings, though, feel like they go on for hours. They are heroes. Across Evans Street, as police lined up along both sides of the entrance to the emergency room, neighbors looked on from sidewalks, windows and doorways. District schools had been locked down temporarily because of the incident. He said Thomas is always offering a helping hand, and if no one else shows up he can rely on Chuck to be there for the kids. Sluganski was killed and Thomas was injured. Allegheny County Police Superintendent Christopher Kearns speaks during a press conference about a shooting that killed one officer and left another injured in McKeesport on Monday, Feb. 6, 2023. The Elizabeth Forward and McKeesport high school wrestling teams met for a match on Tuesday night. First responders found a man who was shot in the trunk and head inside a home. He began his policing career in Whitaker in 2014, according to a Tribune-Review article at the time. TV Q&A: Is a Pittsburgher writing for CBSs East New York? Target 11 Investigator Rick Earle has learned new details from sources about the suspect, Johnathan Morris. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. The vigil is at Renzie Park in McKeesport. We stand together to honor the service and sacrifice of these Officers and their families in service to our Commonwealth.". Police escort the body of a City of McKeesport police officer killed in an afternoon shooting from UPMC McKeesport to the medical examiners office Monday, Feb. 6, 2023. "They always have our backs and we try to always have their backs and it's just an absolute tragedy," Jill Erny said. If they need anything, they can reach out to us and let them know all of Bethel Park and Allegheny County is behind them," she said. Officers requesting a call back. PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - A second man is facing charges after a missing McKeesport man was found dead in Pittsburgh's Elliott neighborhood. A third officer ended up shooting Morris, who is still in a hospital for his injuries. A procession on Tuesday afternoon escorted fallen McKeesport Officer Sean Sluganski back to McKeesport for his funeral. Johnathan Morris has been charged in connection with the shooting of two police officers in McKeesport. "It's an absolute nightmare," the mayor told reporters. A man is dead after a shooting in McKeesport. 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. Sources told Target 11 Morris served in the Marine Corps and was stationed at Camp LeJeune in North Carolina. PHOTOS: Police respond Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. The other minor is in critical condition. The hearse is lead by a fire truck and surrounded by other police officers. She said she is sick of the gun violence. TribLIVE's Daily and Weekly email newsletters deliver the news you want and information you need, right to your inbox. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - A second man is facing charges after a missing McKeesport man was found dead in Pittsburgh's Elliott neighborhood. MCKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) - One officer was killed and another was injured after a shooting in McKeesport. Morris is charged with homicide, attempted homicide, aggravated assault, assault of a law enforcement officer and related charges stemming from the shooting on Grandview Avenue on Monday afternoon. Kearns said one officer, later identified as Sluganski, was shot and killed. The mother of 31-year-old Johnathan Morris allegedly called police and said her son who suffers from PTSD was being aggressive towards her. and "Thank you for keeping us safe.". The second officer was critically wounded and flown to the hospital but is now in stable condition, Kearns said. I know Gods protecting him and watching over him because I asked and I prayed, Rost said. THE VIGIL WAS A TRIBUTE TO. All McKeesport Area School District schools and buildings were on lockdown because of "police activity" nearby, but the lockdown has since been lifted, the district said on Facebook. 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. Target 11 Investigator Rick Earle has learned new details from sources about the McKeesport Officer Shooting: What weve learned about the injured officer, Charles Thomas. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home at 4201 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15227 on Sunday, Feb. 12 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., and on Monday, Feb. 13 from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. At last check, the officer was in stable condition. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. First published on February 6, 2023 / 1:12 PM. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. People watch and record as police escort the body of a City of McKeesport police officer killed in an afternoon shooting from UPMC McKeesport to the medical examiners office Monday. Our officers all officers never know what they are walking into. According to archived dispatch radio traffic, McKeesport police were dispatched to Morris home at 1:37 p.m. I have an out-of-state police department requesting a welfare check at 1411 Wilson St. 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 We have a suspect down. He was flown to UPMC Mercy and was later released from the hospital. His visitation is happening until 8 p.m. at the Slater Funeral Home in Brentwood. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. At the McKeesport Police Department, two black wreaths hang in the doorway mourning the loss of one of their officers but also rallying and praying for another officer, Charles Thomas. "Our police have received an overwhelming amount of support not only from the McKeesport community, but far beyond as well," Mayor Cherepko said. Both teams, along with some of the coaches, met for a group photo while wearing the t-shirts. The second day of visitation for Officer Sean Sluganski was held on Monday. He said Morris was in stable condition as of late Monday afternoon. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. The two plan to send care packages to both the Thomas and Slunganski families, and for now, continue to remember the good times. A man accused of shooting two McKeesport police officers and killing one of them is now out of the hospital.Watch the video above.Pittsburgh's Action News 4 cameras showed 31-year-old Johnathan Morris leaving UPMC Presbyterian to be taken to the Allegheny County Jail for arraignment Thursday morning.Morris was also shot during Monday's incident in McKeesport. Morris' mother, Candace Taylor, is a former McKeesport police officer, KDKA-TV has learned. McKeesport Officer Shooting: What weve learned about the suspect, Johnathan Morris. 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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. pic.twitter.com/x8uMwgzhUu, Mike D. (@MikeJdiVittorio) February 6, 2023. A man who had been shot was found dead in McKeesport early Friday evening, police confirmed. Police have arrested a second man in connection with a male found fatally shot in Elliott on 1/26/23.Deonte Kidd, 28, faces multiple charges including hindering apprehension, destroying evidence, abuse of a corpse, and conspiracy. One of the officers was fatally wounded. PHOTOS: Heavy police presence after 2 police officers shot in McKeesport. "Sean seemed like a really good guy. At 1:49 p.m., an officer said, Unable to make contact, and the call ended. "Between the time of dispatch and the time you arrive on scene, that fluid situation can change very rapidly," Seilhamer said. It's a stark contrast to one day ago when police officers swarmed the street. Two young males were transported to local hospitals, where one died. 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, McKeesport police Chief Adam Alfer said in a statement. We have lost a friend, a trusted colleague and an officer whose passion was providing service to the public. Following a shooting in McKeesport on Monday that left one police officer dead and another injured, a guy is now facing charges. Neither of the officers' identities have been released. MCKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) One person is dead after a shooting in McKeesport on Friday. An emergency dispatcher assures the officer multiple times that medics are on the way. Officers were called to the scene in the 2000 block of Jenny The officers were responding to a domestic call on The suspect continued walking to the intersection of Versailles Avenue and Patterson Street, where he opened fire on a third officer. In that time, Officer Sean Sluganski was killed, Officer Thomas was shot in the face, and alleged gunman Johnathan Morris was also shot. 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. "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. Thirty-two-year-old Sean Sluganski was killed. Kearns said he was taken to UPMC but doctors couldn't save his life. Swan was later shot and killed by police in Pittsburghs Homewood-Brushton neighborhood. McKeesport Police Officer Sean Sluganski, 32,shot to death in the line of duty.Fellow Officer Charles Thomas also shot police say by Johnathan Morris. County Police havent briefed me on those, Zappala said. Allegheny County dispatchers say police and medics The latest breaking updates, delivered straight to your email inbox. MCKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) One juvenile is dead and another is in critical condition after a shooting in McKeesport on Tuesday afternoon. Officer killed, another injured and suspect shot in McKeesport, Officers to escort body of officer killed to medical examiner's office. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families affected by this horrific tragedy and to the McKeesport Police Department during this very difficult time.". We are there for them as much as they are there for us, Jan Kugler, said. The mass and burial will take place at St. Albert the Great Church, Blessed Trinity Parish on Tuesday, Feb. 14 at 12:00 p.m. A moment of silence was held before the girls basketball game Tuesday between McKeesport and Penn-Trafford for Sean Sluganski. OFFICER CHARLES THOMAS WAS INJURED. PREVIOUS COVERAGE >>> 1 police officer killed, another injured in McKeesport shooting. 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