/ CBS Pittsburgh. I try to pray every day and ask God for their protection, said Thomass neighbor Marjory Rost. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. The suspect, Johnathan Morris, was also injured in an exchange of gunfire with a third officer and was taken to the hospital. It will be on a Johnathan Morris. 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. "This is a tragic loss for our department and our community. May his memory be a blessing, and may this be a reminder of how the women and men of law enforcement put their lives on the line to serve their communities.". "Yesterday began as any day would for Officer Sluganski. A man is dead after a shooting in McKeesport. Allegheny County dispatchers say police and medics were called to the 3100 block of Versailles Avenue shortly just after 12 p.m. on Wednesday. Target 11 Investigator Rick Earle has learned new details from sources about the suspect, Johnathan Morris. At least one person was killed and two others were injured in a shooting early Wednesday afternoon in McKeesports Crawford Village, according to an Allegheny Accused McKeesport police shooting suspect leaves UPMC Presbyterian. Two young males were transported to local hospitals, where one died. He was pronounced dead at the scene, police said. Sources told Target 11 Morris served in the Marine Corps and was stationed at Camp LeJeune in North Carolina. Kearns said he was taken to UPMC but doctors couldn't save his life. I dont know if they were doing any follow up after that, Harris said. 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. PHOTOS: Heavy police The McKeesport police chief identified the two officers shot Monday. Down the road, the owners of a local deli -said Officer Thomas always wears a smile and shared their support for the entire force. Lacey was at work, but her doorbell cam saw the shoutout. One person is dead and at least three others are injured in two shooting scenes less than half a mile from each other in McKeesport. He was then taken into custody. "They're here early in the morning to make sure we're getting into the building safely," said Erica Ashcroft. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. The suspect, Phillip Payne, is accused of shooting Dontae McKenith, 18, at a residence in the 1200 block of Soles Street around 2 a.m. Saturday, county homicide detectives said. The deputy contacted Allegheny County dispatchers and asked that McKeesport follow up with Morris to check on his well-being and check on the validity of his statements, which, unfortunately, came true, Harris said. When officers got there, they found a suspect having a "mental health crisis," Kearns said. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. McKeesport police shooting suspect released from hospital, INFORMATION OFFICER SHORTLY. Just after 11 a.m., county police were alerted to a shooting on Fremont THE VIGIL WAS A TRIBUTE TO. 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. Allegheny County police gave an update on the shooting, confirming one officer was killed, another was wounded and the suspect was also shot. "Between the time of dispatch and the time you arrive on scene, that fluid situation can change very rapidly," Seilhamer said. Nobody needs to see it," Lacey said. Dismissals will be on time, but the district said the dismissal pattern may be different because of closed roads. WebA reported shooting in McKeesport has sent three McKeesport Area Schools into lockdowns, authorities announced just after 1 p.m. on Wednesday, March 1. Anyone with information can call the police at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. A McKeesport police officer was killed and another was wounded Monday afternoon when a man involved in a domestic dispute opened fire on the officers. A criminal complaint shows that he faces charges including homicide and aggravated assault.Officers Sean Sluganski and Charles Thomas were responding to a domestic-related disturbance call and were shot after encountering the suspect on Grandview Avenue, county police said.Sluganski was pronounced dead after being taken to UPMC McKeesport. Learn about careers at Cox Media Group. One of the officers was fatally wounded. ', Death toll keeps rising in Greece's deadliest train crash, Man crushed between 2 trucks in East McKeesport, 2 people dead after 2 separate shootings in McKeesport; scenes not connected, police say, City of McKeesport giving bonuses to police officers, Target 11: Catalytic converter theft goes out of control in Pittsburgh, VIDEO: Morris leads Newark Catholic boys basketball into district final. A community continues to grieve after the shooting of two McKeesport officers. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. Stay with KDKA-TV andKDKA.comfor updates to this developing story as they become available. Sluganski was shot and killed during the incident. Both teams, along with some of the coaches, met for a group photo while wearing the t-shirts. I dont think he saw any combat, Zappala said. "Our police have received an overwhelming amount of support not only from the McKeesport community, but far beyond as well," Mayor Cherepko said. A procession is taking the fallen officer from UPMC McKeesport to the medical examiner's office in the Strip District. Sluganski was a Baldwin High School alumnus, according to the Baldwin-Whitehall School District. Morris' mother, Candace Taylor, is a former McKeesport police officer, KDKA-TV has learned. The other officer, identified later as Thomas, was critically wounded and flown to a Pittsburgh-area trauma center. There is no such thing as a typical call in today's world. Patients can still enter the emergency room, but the hospital is waiting on word from local law enforcement and public safety before lifting the lockdown. February 28, 2023 / 1:34 PM / CBS Pittsburgh. Were going through his military background right now. "Officer Charles Thomas, Jr., 35, was injured in the same incident today. Get me some help. Allegheny County police said around 5 p.m., officials were 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. Had the incident played out nonviolently, it would have (likely) ended with (Morris) wearing Officer Sluganskis handcuffs and being transported to the jail by McKeesport police, said Allegheny County Police Superintendent Christopher Kearns. Police said they were familiar with him. February 28, 2023 / 1:34 PM 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. A heavy police presence was called to Versailles Avenue and EMS has been sent to the area around noon, according to emergency dispatchers. Learn about careers at Cox Media Group. Chuck was in here all the time, its just so devastating, said owner Rick Kugler. Jordan McCallister, who also lives nearby, said he looked out his front door to watch police cars and motorcycles shutting down the street. Johnathan Morris, 31, faces charges in the McKeesport shooting that killed Officer Sean Sluganski and injured Officer Charles Thomas. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Minerva Bakery made everything black and blue on Tuesday to support the police. The suspect, later identified as Johnathan Morris, walked from Wilson Avenue to Grandview Avenue, and Kearns said when the suspect encountered the officers, he pulled out a handgun and shot them. A moment of silence was held before the McKeesport girls basketball game on Feb. 7, 2023. "Any job you go into, there's a possibility.". "I'm afraid for them.". and "Thank you for keeping us safe.". PREVIOUS COVERAGE >>> 1 police officer killed, another injured in McKeesport shooting. The McKeesport police chief identified the fallen officer as Sean Sluganski and the injured officer as Charles Thomas, who has been released from the hospital. TribLIVE's Daily and Weekly email newsletters deliver the news you want and information you need, right to your inbox. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. Jim Barry who runs LaRosa Youth Club said he has known Officer Thomas, or Officer Chuck as the kids call him, for many years. He has now been charged. I think he is the right combination for a police officer of toughness and compassion, said Jim Barry the CEO of LaRosa Youth Club. pic.twitter.com/x8uMwgzhUu, Mike D. (@MikeJdiVittorio) February 6, 2023. MCKEESPORT (KDKA) - A man is in critical condition after he was shot in McKeesport. At the match, hosted by Elizabeth Forward High School, wrestling coach Richard Scheurrman provided t-shirts he had made, printed with 'McKeesport Police Strong' on them in the wake of the death of Officer Sean Sluganski. A middle schooler in Florida is making it his duty to honor and share the legacy of fallen first responders, including Sean Sluganski. Thirty-five-year-old Charles Thomas Jr. is recovering at home. MCKEESPORT, Pa. Channel 11 News is learning more about the man police said is responsible for shooting two McKeesport police officers on Monday, killing Police say that 32-year-old Johnathan Morris is facing charges of criminal homicide and other offenses related to the deadly shooting. Johnathan Morris, the man accused of killing McKeesport police Officer Sean Sluganski, is placed in a police van outside UPMC Presbyterian hospital to be taken to the Allegheny County Jail for arraignment Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023. Thomas suffered a gunshot wound to the face and neck. Morris also spent time in Maryland and Florida. 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The The police officer "seriously injured" Monday in McKeesport was flown to UPMC Mercy Hospital, where sources tell KDKA-TV as many as 15 officers arrived to show support. McKeesport Police officer Sean Sluganski shot and killed in the line of duty, Man charged in shooting death of McKeesport police officer. He was known to McKeesport police. Johnathan Morris, 32, is charged in the shooting and killing of McKeesport Office Sean Sluganski. Officers Sean Sluganski and Charles Thomas were responding to a domestic-related disturbance call and were shot after encountering the suspect on Grandview Avenue, county police said. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. It is unclear what, if any, follow-up by the McKeesport police occurred. On hand to watch Morris as he was moved from the hospital to the jail were two supervisors from the McKeesport Police Department. PHOTOS: Heavy police presence after 2 police officers shot in McKeesport. Alfer said Thomas has been released from the hospital. 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. MCKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) - One officer was killed and another was injured after a shooting in McKeesport. 1 police officer dead, another injured after shooting in McKeesport, Hundreds gather at McKeesport vigil to honor Officer Sean Sluganski, Funeral arrangements announced for fallen McKeesport officer Sean Sluganski, Superintendent, former teacher remembers fallen McKeesport police officer, McKeesport mayor reacts to death of officer. According to police, it was just after 5:25 Sunday morning when McKeesport Police learned of a shooting. Court papers said the situation started with a 911 call for a domestic situation on Wilson Steet. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. The suspect walked from Wilson Avenue to Grandview Avenue, and Kearns said when the suspect encountered the officers, he pulled out a handgun and shot them. One of the officers was fatally wounded. The man accused of killing a McKeesport police officer and injuring another allegedly made a threatening phone call to an out-of-state bank about a month ago. At 1:49 p.m., an officer said, Unable to make contact, and the call ended. Swan was later shot and killed by police in Pittsburghs Homewood-Brushton neighborhood. He is charged with criminal homicide, aggravated assault, assaulting a law enforcement officer and criminal attempted murder of a law enforcement officer. Pittsburgh is praying for the officer fighting for his life and we are sending our support to his family, friends, and the entire McKeesport Bureau of Police during this difficult time. He joined McKeesports department in January 2020 and was promoted to a full-time officer in January 2021, the department said. "To show our respect and support for Police Officer Sean Sluganski and his family, the McKeesport Area School District will operate on an asynchronous virtual learning day next Tuesday, February 14, 2023. Target 11 Investigator Rick Earle has learned new details from sources about the Officer killed, another injured and suspect shot in McKeesport, Officers to escort body of officer killed to medical examiner's office. Police said they were familiar with him. Morris served in the military and suffered from PTSD, according to the criminal complaint. The officers were responding to a domestic call on Wilson Street when they encountered the suspect on Grandview Avenue. Western Pennsylvania police officers killed in line of duty since 2008. When responding officers arrived in the 1400 block of Wilson Street, where Morris lived, he walked away from them, Kearns said. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. She said the support she got from other teams was 'overwhelming. The warning was dire: a McKeesport man named Johnathan Morris was threatening to go on a killing spree. It was Jan. 13 three weeks 2 dead, 3 injured in McKeesport shootings, authorities say, Morning Roundup: State gives $272K to Allegheny County for 'clean' vehicles, Death of Penn Hills couple treated as murder-suicide, police say, GZA, Donnie Iris, John Mayer among top concerts to see around Pittsburgh in March, How officials cracked case of eyedrops that blinded people. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. Details of McKeesport officer's fatal shooting emerge; man charged Le'Juane Powell was arrested earlier this month on charges of homicide and abuse of a corpse in Lennex's death. Police activity in McKeesport sends two nearby schools into exterior lockdown Updated: 1:05 PM EST Mar 1, 2023 Infinite Scroll Enabled Show Transcript Police and PTSD, mental health issues need to be addressed," neighbor Robin Lacey said. #TogetherWeCan, The cards featured messages like "Thank you so much for being so heroic." More here https://t.co/zfx8XGp3rv pic.twitter.com/gIvxZmelQZ. Following the death of Officer Sean Sluganski, Governor Josh Shapiro has ordered all U.S. and Pennsylvania flags at public buildings, facilities, and grounds throughout the commonwealth to fly at-half staff immediately in his honor. Down the road, the owners of a local deli -said Officer Thomas always wears a smile and shared their support for the entire force. He left his family at home and came to work. Sluganski was killed and Thomas was injured. "It is definitely one of the most dangerous -- I would not say the most dangerous -- but it's definitely one of the most dangerous calls we get," Jackson Township Police Chief Terry Seilhamer said about domestic incidents. 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. Morris is charged with shooting and killing Officer Sean Sluganski during a domestic disturbance call on Monday. Evidence markers near a Versailles Borough police vehicle following a shooting in McKeesport on Monday. It's a stark contrast to one day ago when police officers swarmed the street. No vehicles are here. The shooting can't help but remind her of the death of her son, who was shot and killed 10 years ago in the same neighborhood. Published February 9, 2023 at 6:05 PM EST. The injured officer was brought to the hospital in critical condition after being shot in the face. Thomas was flown to a Pittsburgh hospital and is now recovering at home. Charges have been filed for the man accused of shooting one police officer and injuring another in a shooting in McKeesport on Monday. MCKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) One juvenile is dead and another is in critical condition after a shooting in McKeesport on Tuesday afternoon. His mother is also a former employee of the McKeesport Police Department. He joined the department in January 2020 and was promoted to full-time in January 2021. He said he also saw police bring the suspect to the hospital. Sluganski was killed while Thomas was injured. 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. He made multiple threats to go on a shooting spree, or killing spree, at multiple branches, Harris said. Our officers all officers never know what they are walking into. More details can be found in the post below: Remembering Officer Sluganski.The FOP is setting up a fund for the fallen McKeesport Police officer Sean Sluganski. Officers Sean Sluganski and Charles Thomas were shot in McKeesport on Monday. The man accused of killing a McKeesport police officer and wounding another Monday afternoon was said to be experiencing PTSD and told witnesses just moments There is no timeline on how long they will patrol, but it is expected it will be at least through the funeral. "It's an absolute nightmare," the mayor told reporters. The officer's family members are at the hospital. Although PTSD was mentioned in the initial 911 call from Morris mother to dispatchers, Zappala said that his military career did not involve combat. We have lost a friend, a trusted colleague and an officer whose passion was providing service to the public. Morris is still in the hospital after being shot multiple times in the legs during Mondays shooting, but he will eventually be taken to Allegheny County Jail. The recordings, though, feel like they go on for hours. You're asked to line these streets at 2 p.m. Nearly one week after the death of a McKeesport police officer, loved ones and the community started to say their final goodbyes at the John F. Slater Funeral Home in Brentwood. Officer Thomas is at home recovering, and everyone we spoke with here in McKeesport says they cant wait to see him back out on the streets. Officials declined to comment on what led up to the call, saying there was still an investigation. Officer Sean Sluganski died and Officer Charles Thomas was taken to the hospital seriously injured but is now in stable condition. Suspect in McKeesport police shooting threatened to go on 'killing spree' weeks earlier, officials say The Waterfront institutes curfew, youth supervision policy 2023 We have a suspect down. Morris mom, a fmr McKeesport officer, called police today saying her son was being aggressive & having a PTSD episode @KDKA pic.twitter.com/zpTwnXDsnf. Updated on: February 17, 2023 / 11:18 PM Everyone who isn't coming to participate is asked to stay home because there will be "extreme" traffic delays for hours. A SHORT TIME AGO, MORRIS WAS ALSO SHOT DURING MONDAYS INCIDENT IN MCKEESPORT. Lennexwas reported missingout of McKeesport. 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.". Eva Parker, a first responder, brought flowers from Bethel Park to pay her respects. After shooting the two officers, Morris then exchanged gunfire with a third officer before being shot nearby, Kearns said. Another officer, Charles Thomas, was injured. I know that our entire District community will be holding Seans memory close as we offer our thoughts, prayers, and heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues at this incredibly difficult time, Superintendent Randal Lutz wrote in a Facebook post. Rost said every morning she prays for Officer Thomas, but said this morning that the prayer was a little longer after learning that he was one of two officers shot Monday afternoon. A McKeesport police officer was killed, another was wounded and the suspected shooter was shot before being taken into custody early Monday afternoon in the Mon Valley city, officials said. Alfer said Monday night that Thomas had been discharged from the hospital and was recovering at home with family. "Operating on an asynchronous virtual day allows our community to pay their respects. On Thursday afternoon, Allegheny County District Attorney Stephen A. Zappala Jr., who was attending a police chiefs association meeting in Collier, said he was not aware of the incident in Florida or another from Sunday evening in which Morris was suspected of firing shots into a corner store just a few blocks from where Sluganski was killed. Morris faces charges of homicide, aggravated assault, assault of a law-enforcement officer and two counts of attempted homicide. This content is imported from Twitter. Allegheny County police said around 5 p.m., officials were notified of a shooting on Jenny Lind Street. The four-year officer of the department is at home recovering and doing well. She put signs up on the front door of the nearly 100-year-old bakery to say thanks. The suspect continued walking to the intersection of Versailles Avenue and Patterson Street, where he opened fire on a third officer. 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. /. ", Pittsburgh please join me in praying for the family of the McKeesport Police Officer taken from us, the Officer injured during the tragic incident, and the entire community of McKeesport. The injured officer has been identified as Chuck Thomas. 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. MCKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) One person is dead after a shooting in McKeesport on Friday. It completed the circle of where it should have been.. He was flown to UPMC Mercy and was later released from the hospital. Pittsburgh police were responding to reports of an unresponsive man in an area on Herrod Street at Bond Street with they found the victim with a gunshot wound to the head. "To show McKeesport that I'm here to support them. A prayer service for peace was held on Feb. 6, 2023, in McKeesport. Evidence markers are placed along Versailles Avenue following a shooting in McKeesport on Monday. Back at the scene where it happened, a teddy bear sits against the fence. "But as with all of our officers, you can imagine him, who was there, shot as well with officer Sluganksi," Mayor Cherepko said. One investigator Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. "While the investigation into this incident is still in the very early stages and ongoing, early reporting underscores the challenges and volatility we ask police to confront. We have lost a friend, a trusted colleague and an officer whose passion was providing service to the public. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. 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 While the two witnesses were helping him, according to the complaint, Morris shot at a third McKeesport officer. Hudson told KDKA-TV that she knew the man and he does not bother anyone. 4th and 5th grade afterschool students @ United made condolence cards for McKeesport officers and loved ones. Obviously, its early in the investigation, he said. We have to go through basically his entire life.. "This is the way of the world," a McKeesport resident said. Hearst Television participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. District schools had been locked down temporarily because of the incident. Morris is still in the hospital after being shot multiple times in the legs during Mondays shooting, but he will eventually be taken to Allegheny County Jail. PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - A second man is facing charges after a missing McKeesport man was found dead in Pittsburgh's Elliott neighborhood. Police agencies across the area, including county police and the county sheriff's department, are filling patrols in McKeesport to allow officers to mourn the loss of their fellow officer. It is not clear if there are any suspects or arrests. A McKeesport police officer was killed, another was wounded and the suspected shooter was shot before being taken into custody early Monday afternoon in 2023 Trib Total Media | All Rights Reserved. She gave her video to the police for their investigation. HAPPENING NOW | Jonathan Morris is being transferred from the hospital to the Allegheny County Jail. Police arrived at the scene, according to the complaint, and the mother told officers her son fled the home. ', Death toll keeps rising in Greece's deadliest train crash, Ross Stores (ROST) Tops Q4 Earnings and Revenue Estimates, Ross Stores (ROST) Tops on Q4 Earnings & Sales, Gives '23 View, 2 people dead after 2 separate shootings in McKeesport; scenes not connected, police say, City of McKeesport giving bonuses to police officers, Man crushed between 2 trucks in East McKeesport. According to the criminal complaint, police were called to Morris' home after his mom called the police saying her son was "having a PTSD episode" and being "aggressive" toward her. 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 Morris also spent time in Maryland and Florida. 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"We're all females and we're coming in by ourselves and they do the best that they can for us, so we'd like to show our support back to them," she said. Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey is calling for prayers after a shooting in McKeesport killed one police officer and injured another. Officer Sluganski had served on the force for two years. Allegheny County Police said the suspect pulled out a handgun and opened fire. Police officers from across the county are getting ready to escort the fallen officer's body from UPMC McKeesport to the Strip District in Pittsburgh, where the Allegheny County Medical Examiner's Office is located. Updated on: February 6, 2023 / 10:35 PM According to Allegheny County police, McKeesport officers responded to a disturbance complaint involving a domestic situation in the 1400 block of Wilson Street at approximately 12:11 pm. 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