McKeesport man killed in shooting at Clairton picnic
A McKeesport man was fatally shot Sunday night at a picnic in Clairton, according to authorities.
The Allegheny County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the man as 23-year-old Brendan Michael Parsons and listed the death as a homicide caused by multiple wounds to his neck and trunk.
He was found dead by first responders who were dispatched about 9:30 p.m. to the scene in the 300 block of Division Avenue.
Allegheny County police said the shooting happened during an argument, and a man, who was not named by authorities, has been detained.
Anyone with information about the the incident is asked to call the county police tip line at 1-833-255-8477.
Jeff Himler is a TribLive reporter covering Greater Latrobe, Ligonier Valley, Mt. Pleasant Area and Derry Area school districts and their communities. He also reports on transportation issues. A journalist for more than three decades, he enjoys delving into local history. He can be reached at jhimler@triblive.com.
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