1 man dead, another seriously wounded in McKees Rocks shootings
One man was fatally shot and man was seriously wounded in McKees Rocks late Thursday night, according to Allegheny County Police.
A 50-year-old man died at the scene of the shooting that occurred around 8:30 p.m. in what police called “the 18 block” of Saint John Street.
The Allegheny County medical examiner’s office identified the victim as Duane Peter, 50, of McKees Rocks.
A second victim, a 24-year-old man, was taken to an area hospital in critical condition.
County homicide detectives have initiated an investigation.
Anyone with information concerning the shootings is asked to call the County Police Tip Line 1-833-255-8477. Callers can remain anonymous.
Additional details were not available late Thursday night.
Joe Napsha is a TribLive reporter covering Irwin, North Huntingdon and the Norwin School District. He also writes about business issues. He grew up on Neville Island and has worked at the Trib since the early 1980s. He can be reached at jnapsha@triblive.com.
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