Pittsburgh Allegheny

Police: Homestead man shot in leg in front of his home

Michael DiVittorio
By Michael DiVittorio
1 Min Read May 8, 2019 | 7 years Ago
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Homestead police say a resident was shot in the lower left leg while walking up the steps to his home on Wednesday night.

Allegheny County dispatchers said police and EMS activity was reported at West 12th Avenue and Hays Street around 10:15 p.m.

Homestead Police Chief Jeff DeSimone said the victim told police a dark-colored car drove up to him and fired about four shots, with one striking him.

The man was transported to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries. No description of suspects was available.

The incident remains under investigation. Anyone with information should call 911.

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Michael DiVittorio is a TribLive reporter covering general news in Western Pennsylvania, with a penchant for festivals and food. He can be reached at mdivittorio@triblive.com.

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