Another officer, Charles Thomas, was injured. MCKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) One juvenile is dead and another is in critical condition after a shooting in McKeesport on Tuesday afternoon. Officials said they're still in the process of notifying families. / CBS Pittsburgh. "This is the way of the world," a McKeesport resident said. Vento's Pizza, home of 'Franco's Italian Army,' to close, Western Pennsylvania's trusted news source, Paula Reed Ward, Justin Vellucci And Julia Maruca, Details of McKeesport officer's fatal shooting emerge; man charged, McKeesport area churches host prayer services following officer's shooting death, Western Pennsylvania police officers killed in line of duty since 2008. One of the responding officers then radioed: Were getting no response at the door. Lennexwas found shot to deathin a area in Elliott on Jan. 26. The police superintendent said officers followed Morris, who then opened fire on them in the 1300 block of Grandview Avenue. I did not know it was to this magnitude.. Today, they made sacrifices we hoped and prayed they would never need to make. TribLIVE's Daily and Weekly email newsletters deliver the news you want and information you need, right to your inbox. Anyone with information can call the police at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. Community reacts to killing of McKeesport officer Sean Sluganski, Community mourning after shooting of 2 McKeesport officers, Latest on the fatal shooting of officer Sean Sluganski. District schools had been locked down temporarily because of the incident. A day later and McKeesport Mayor Michael Cherepko is still processing the loss of Sluganksi. Both Kidd and Powell are now in the Allegheny County Jail. The suspect's identity hasn't been released either, but Kearns said he will face charges. Allegheny County dispatchers say police and medics were called to the 3100 block of Versailles Avenue shortly just after 12 p.m. on Wednesday. He began his policing career in Whitaker in 2014, according to a Tribune-Review article at the time. His numbers in the call.. It is always the goal of a first-responder to complete his or her daily duties and return home safely. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. Eva Parker, a first responder, brought flowers from Bethel Park to pay her respects. More than three minutes after the initial call, an officer reports that 13 more rounds just went off., The other rounds were from (another officers call number). 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. Johnathan Morris, 32, who has been charged in connection with the shooting of two police officers in McKeesport, was released from the hospital on Thursday morning. The officer killed was identified by the McKeesport Police Department as Sean Sluganski, 32. The officers were responding to a domestic call on PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - A second man is facing charges after a missing McKeesport man was found dead in The four-year officer of the department is at home recovering and doing well. He spent more than seven years in the service, including a three-month stint in Afghanistan in 2013. Jillian Forstadt. One investigator 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. Students and coaches from McKeesport and Elizabeth Forward met for a group photo while wearing McKeesport Police Strong shirts in honor of fallen Officer Sean Sluganski. 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. He was always very supportive when we were out there, seemed always to be happy and fun-loving but got the job done," said Dawn Weichler. ", The McKeesport mayor's office released a statement confirming one officer was killed and another was "seriously wounded.". 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. Police escort the body of a City of McKeesport police officer killed in an afternoon shooting from UPMC McKeesport to the medical examiners office. One of the officers was fatally wounded. 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 shooting has left one person dead, sent two to the hospital, and led to lockdowns at three McKeesport Area Schools, authorities announced just after 1 p.m. on Wednesday, March 1. Le'Juane Powell was arrested earlier this month on charges of homicide and abuse of a corpse in Lennex's death. The hearse is lead by a fire truck and surrounded by other police officers. Target 11 Investigator Rick Earle has learned new details from sources about the suspect, Johnathan Morris. McKeesport Police officer Sean Sluganski was killed in the line of duty on Monday, December 6, 2023. McKeesport police Chief Adam Alfer reacts Monday during a press conference about a shooting that killed one of his officers and left another injured in McKeesport. I know Gods protecting him and watching over him because I asked and I prayed, Rost said. Harris said that a McKeesport officer did call to talk to him and reported they were unable to make contact with Morris. Allegheny County Police Superintendent Christopher Kearns said McKeesport officers were dispatched to Wilson Street around 12:11 p.m. for a domestic call and was warned the suspect was armed. "They always have our backs and we try to always have their backs and it's just an absolute tragedy," Jill Erny said. First published on February 6, 2023 / 1:12 PM. Prior to joining the McKeesport police, Sluganski also worked in Charleroi. At the McKeesport police department, two black wreaths hang in the doorway mourning the loss of one of their officers but also rallying and praying for another officer, Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. 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. OFFICER CHARLES THOMAS WAS INJURED. He has now been charged. Alfer said Thomas has been released from the hospital. A shooting has left one person dead, sent two to the hospital, and led to lockdowns at three McKeesport Area Schools, authorities announced just after 1 p.m. on PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - A second man is facing charges after a missing McKeesport man was found dead in Pittsburgh's Elliott neighborhood. Morris is charged in the death of Sean Sluganski and the shooting of Charles Thomas in McKeesport on Monday. Zappala said that neither Sluganski nor Thomas had drawn their weapons when they approached Morris on Monday. Following a shooting in McKeesport on Monday that left one police officer dead and another injured, a guy is now facing charges. 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A SHORT TIME AGO, MORRIS WAS ALSO SHOT DURING MONDAYS INCIDENT IN MCKEESPORT. Wilson Avenue is quiet this Tuesday. A little after 12, I looked out the window and saw all the cops over there, and I said, Wow, Morris said. I think he is the right combination for a police officer of toughness and compassion, said Jim Barry the CEO of LaRosa Youth Club. 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. The second officer was critically wounded and flown to the hospital but is now in stable condition, Kearns said. MCKEESPORT, Pa. At the McKeesport Police Department, two black wreaths hang in the doorway mourning the loss of one of their officers but also rallying and praying for another officer, Charles Thomas. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. "Sean seemed like a really good guy. A middle schooler in Florida is making it his duty to honor and share the legacy of fallen first responders, including Sean Sluganski. He said domestic calls are unpredictable and have many variables for officers to respond to. Thomas suffered a gunshot wound to the face and neck. Sluganski was shot and killed during the incident. Assignments will be posted for students to complete," a Facebook post from the district said. She said the support she got from other teams was 'overwhelming. Police have arrested a second man in connection with a male found fatally shot in Elliott on 1/26/23.Deonte Kidd, 28, faces multiple charges including hindering apprehension, destroying evidence, abuse of a corpse, and conspiracy. Just after 11 a.m., county police were alerted to a shooting on Fremont Visitation resumes for fallen McKeesport officer Sean Sluganski. McKeesport Officer Shooting: What weve learned about the injured officer, Charles Thomas By Talia Kirkland, WPXI-TV February 07, 2023 at 9:29 pm EST When responding officers arrived in the 1400 block of Wilson Street, where Morris lived, he walked away from them, Kearns said. Kearns said one officer, later identified as Sluganski, was shot and killed. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. The dispatcher told the officer there had been no prior calls to that address. Sluganski was pronounced dead after being taken to UPMC McKeesport. Evidence markers near a Versailles Borough police vehicle following a shooting in McKeesport on Monday. It'll enter from the Mansfield Bridge and turn left onto West Fifth Avenue then right onto Walnut Street to Eden Park Boulevard and onto East Fifth Avenue. 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. PREVIOUS COVERAGE >>> 1 police officer killed, another injured in McKeesport shooting. A man is dead after a shooting in McKeesport. 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. We are there for them as much as they are there for us, Jan Kugler, said. Minerva Bakery made everything black and blue on Tuesday to support the police. 2023 Trib Total Media | All Rights Reserved. Following Officer Sluganski's tragic death, students from the community have made and sent condolence cards to other officers in the department. 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. 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He was flown to UPMC Mercy and was later released from the hospital. The Allegheny County Sheriff's Office posted a statement on Facebook, saying McKeesport is in many ways the "heart" of the Mon Valley. Authorities responded to Versailles Avenue and Freemont Street at around 11:06 a.m. this morning for reports of a shooting in McKeesport and found a man who had been shot in the head. Nobody needs to see it," Lacey said. TV Q&A: Is a Pittsburgher writing for CBSs East New York? Weichler said she had just left a call with officer Charles Thomas Jr. just an hour before the shooting. On Wednesday, the Tribune-Review reported that McKeesport police had been called to Morris home on Wilson Street to do a welfare check on Jan. 13 after they received a call from an Escambia County, Florida, sheriffs deputy. 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