Police: 3 people shot in Pittsburgh's North Side neighborhood, 2 are critical
Multiple people were shot in Pittsburgh’s North Side neighborhood, Public Safety officials reported Tuesday night.
Allegheny County 911 dispatch confirmed police were called to Suismon and James streets around 9:20 p.m.
Officials said three men were taken to a local hospital with gunshot wounds, two in critical condition and one in stable condition.
UPDATE: Medics transported three people to local hospitals, two in critical and one in stable. Violent Crime Unit is on scene. Investigation is active and ongoing. Shooting was reported via ShotSpotter and 911 calls around 9:20 p.m. https://t.co/WBdmkIpd22
— Pgh Public Safety (@PghPublicSafety) March 10, 2021
Police also were investigating a shooting along East Ohio Street, where officials said one of the victims was found.
Officials asked the public to avoid the area as officers continue to investigate.
Suismon Street was closed for a time between James and Middle streets.
No arrests have been made and information about possible suspects has not been released.
Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to contact the city’s Violent Crime Unit at 412-323-7161.
ALERT: Police are on scene at E Ohio and Suismon streets (North Side) investigating a shooting with multiple victims. Several streets are closed. Avoid area, and check here for updates. pic.twitter.com/T4hqJ750Hj
— Pgh Public Safety (@PghPublicSafety) March 10, 2021
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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