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. Visitation for Sluganski is scheduled for Sunday and Monday, and a funeral is scheduled for Tuesday. Learn about careers at Cox Media Group. Morris is facing a list of charges, including homicide. The dispatcher told the officer there had been no prior calls to that address. Chuck was in here all the time, its just so devastating, said owner Rick Kugler. Were going through his military background right now. ', 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. Parishioners and community members filled the pews inside St. Patrick Church on 32nd Street in McKeesport on Monday night. Wilson Avenue is quiet this Tuesday. The mayor's office did not release either of the officers' names but asked the community to keep the police department in their thoughts and respect the officers' families. /. 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. 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. 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. Thirty-two-year-old Sean Sluganski was killed. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Officer Thomas has been discharged from the hospital and is at home recovering with his family. The mass and burial will take place on Tuesday and won't be open to the public. Police activity in McKeesport sends two nearby schools into exterior lockdown. He made threats to a credit union over the phone (that) hes going to go on a killing spree, the dispatcher told officers. Down the road, the owners of a local deli -said Officer Thomas always wears a smile and shared their support for the entire force. Allegheny County police said he will be taken to the Allegheny County Jail when he is released. By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. 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, an inventory management specialist, was promoted to sergeant in 2016 and left the Marines in December 2018. 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. Thirty-five-year-old Charles Thomas Jr. is recovering at home. Harris said that a McKeesport officer did call to talk to him and reported they were unable to make contact with Morris. Police escort of fallen McKeesport police officer from UPMC McKeesport. We want each and every one of our officers to come home safely to their families every single day. "Between the time of dispatch and the time you arrive on scene, that fluid situation can change very rapidly," Seilhamer said. "I've got kids, I've got grandkids," Hudson said. On hand to watch Morris as he was moved from the hospital to the jail were two supervisors from the McKeesport Police Department. "The McKeesport Police Department is mourning the loss of Officer Sean Sluganski, 32, who died today in the line of duty. He is charged with criminal homicide, aggravated assault, assaulting a law enforcement officer and criminal attempted murder of a law enforcement officer. TribLIVE's Daily and Weekly email newsletters deliver the news you want and information you need, right to your inbox. It is always the goal of a first-responder to complete his or her daily duties and return home safely. On Tuesday morning, Acting Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry released this statement on the death of Officer Sean Sluganski. However, they decided to approach him, I dont know what the details of what their ops were, but certainly the county police are looking into that.. Across Evans Street, as police lined up along both sides of the entrance to the emergency room, neighbors looked on from sidewalks, windows and doorways. "Our office stands with the men and women of the McKeesport Police Department and on behalf of Sheriff Kevin M. Kraus and our entire staff, we extend our deepest sympathies to those impacted by today's shooting. TURNING BACK TO MORE BREAKING NEWS, THOUGH, WE BROUGHT YOU THIS AT THE TOP OF THE HOUR. It completed the circle of where it should have been.. "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. 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. It will be on a Johnathan Morris. He was later found running and an officer, identified later as Sluganski, said over the radio, "Watch his right hand in pocket, appears real heavy.". He left his family at home and came to work. 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. Get some help, Im hit, the officer can be heard saying. MEANTIME, OFFICER TRAUMA THOMAS WAS PRESENT LAST NIGHT AT A VIGIL FOR OFFICER SLUGANSKI. Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. This content is imported from Twitter. 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, / CBS Pittsburgh. 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. | Watch WPXI NOW, 'It's just devastating': Community supporting McKeesport police after 2 officers shot, 1 killed. The four-year officer of the department is at home recovering and doing well. A third officer ended up shooting Morris, who is still in a hospital for his injuries. John F. Slater Funeral Home Inc. has released Sean Sluganski's obituary, which includes when the visitation, mass and burial will be taking place. / CBS Pittsburgh. Deonte Kidd is facing several charges in Kenneth Lennex's death, including abuse of a corpse, hindering apprehension/prosecution, destroying/concealing evidence and two conspiracy charges. Following a shooting in McKeesport on Monday that left one police officer dead and another injured, a guy is now facing charges. Updated on: February 6, 2023 / 10:35 PM Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. 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. "To show McKeesport that I'm here to support them. 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. Thats affirmative. And now the community is in shock, mourning one of their police officers. 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. His mother is also a former employee of the McKeesport Police Department. According to police, it was just after 5:25 Sunday morning when McKeesport Police learned of a shooting. The McKeesport mayor's office released a map of officer Sean Sluganski's funeral procession. Both teams, along with some of the coaches, met for a group photo while wearing the t-shirts. Morris mother, Candace Tyler, was a McKeesport police officer for 16 years until she was fired in 2021. 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. Earle went through court documents, and Morris does not appear to have any prior criminal record or civil cases in Pennsylvania. Sluganski, who attended California University of Pennsylvania, had a passion for narcotics work and was a good communicator. The two plan to send care packages to both the Thomas and Slunganski families, and for now, continue to remember the good times. During the service, people asked for peace in the community and for themselves for the grief brought on by the shooting. Target 11 has also learned Morris mother filed a wrongful termination suit against the City of McKeesport, claiming racial and gender discrimination after she was fired. 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 Officials said they're still in the process of notifying families. According to the deputy, Morris, a former U.S. marine, had been on the phone with the credit union. When responding officers arrived in the 1400 block of Wilson Street, where Morris lived, he walked away from them, Kearns said. 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. Morris is charged with criminal homicide, attempted homicide, aggravated assault of a law enforcement officer, and aggravated assault, according to the charging documents obtained by KDKA-TV. Allegheny County dispatchers say police and medics were called to the 3100 block of Versailles Avenue shortly just after 12 p.m. on Wednesday. I dont think he saw any combat, Zappala said. Details of McKeesport officer's fatal shooting emerge; man charged This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. It is their words of encouragement that will be with all of our officers as they continue to serve our community in the weeks, months, and years to come. pic.twitter.com/a7ZEUZMVoF, Governor Josh Shapiro said on Twitter, "Lori and I are praying for the family and loved ones of the McKeesport police officer who died in the line of duty today. He began his policing career in Whitaker in 2014, according to a Tribune-Review article at the time. The Elizabeth Forward and McKeesport high school wrestling teams met for a match on Tuesday night. The fallen McKeesport officer has been identified as Sean Sluganski. McKEESPORT, Pa. Two people are dead and two others are injured in two shooting scenes less than half a mile from each other in McKeesport. He was flown to UPMC Mercy and was later released from the hospital. Officers Sean Sluganski and Charles Thomas were shot in McKeesport on Monday. Our thoughts and prayers continue to go out to the Sluganski family, friends, our students, faculty, staff and the community. A community continues to grieve after the shooting of two McKeesport officers. "Operating on an asynchronous virtual day allows our community to pay their respects. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. I think he is the right combination for a police officer of toughness and compassion, said Jim Barry the CEO of LaRosa Youth Club. ", 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. Neither of the officers' identities have been released. Are they sure about the address?. Although PTSD was mentioned in the initial 911 call from Morris mother to dispatchers, Zappala said that his military career did not involve combat. A McKeesport police officer was killed, another was wounded and the suspected shooter was shot before being taken into custody early Monday afternoon in "Officer Charles Thomas, Jr., 35, was injured in the same incident today. Stay with KDKA-TV andKDKA.comfor updates to this developing story as they become available. Please enter valid email address to continue. 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. 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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. A moment of silence was held before the McKeesport girls basketball game on Feb. 7, 2023. At this time, we ask that you keep all of our officers and their families in your hearts, particularly the families of Officer Sluganski and Officer Thomas.". 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. MCKEESPORT (KDKA) - A man is in critical condition after he was shot in McKeesport. / CBS Pittsburgh. Fordery Morris, a longtime McKeesport resident who moved across the street from the hospital a year ago, said he recalled hearing sirens before officers began flocking there. "As a reminder, there is a scheduled asynchronous virtual learning day for Monday, February 13, 2023. PHOTOS: Police respond Morris mom, a fmr McKeesport officer, called police today saying her son was being aggressive & having a PTSD episode @KDKA pic.twitter.com/zpTwnXDsnf. In that time, Officer Sean Sluganski was killed, Officer Thomas was shot in the face, and alleged gunman Johnathan Morris was also shot. McKeesport area churches host prayer services following officer's shooting death A military spokesman said discharge information for service members was confidential. Radio dispatch traffic archived online revealed a panicked scene, with one officer repeatedly screaming for help into his radio. Thomas suffered a gunshot wound to the face and neck. The police superintendent said officers followed Morris, who then opened fire on them in the 1300 block of Grandview Avenue. A fatal shot felled officer Sean Sluganski, 32, who had worked in McKeesport for two years. Deputy Thomas Harris told the Trib on Thursday that he was working off-duty at the Navy Federal Credit Union in Pensacola when he was contacted by security personnel there about 12:10 p.m. A police officer is seen on the phone along talking along Versailles Avenue on Monday following a shooting in McKeesport. Obviously, its early in the investigation, he said. Hes so personable, so kind, said Jan Kugler, the owner of Lamperts Fine Meat and Deli. The McKeesport police chief identified the two officers shot Monday. 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. The injured officer was brought to the hospital in critical condition after being shot in the face. He returned fire, shooting Morris in the leg. I try to pray every day and ask God for their protection, said Thomass neighbor Marjory Rost. Morris also spent time in Maryland and Florida. When the procession travels through McKeesport Tues. the public is asked to line up along Lysle Boulevard and Eden Park Blvd. Target 11 Investigator Rick Earle has learned new details from sources about the Patterson (Street) at Versailles (Avenue)., During a press briefing late Monday afternoon, McKeesport Mayor Michael Cherepko said, Please keep the family in your prayers, (along with) our police officers, and just pray for our whole city.. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. Police arrived at the scene, according to the complaint, and the mother told officers her son fled the 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 2023 Cox Media Group. 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 If you'd like to pay your respects on Tuesday, you're asked to line the funeral procession route through McKeesport. Evidence markers near a Versailles Borough police vehicle following a shooting in McKeesport on Monday. Updated on: February 13, 2023 / 11:55 PM 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. PTSD usually is something that develops when youre in firefights, and I dont know that that ever happened.. 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. Another officer, later identified as Thomas, radioed in that shots were fired and he was hit, according to the complaint. McKeesport Officer Shooting: What weve learned about the injured officer, Charles Thomas. Detectives wheeled the man accused of killing a McKeesport police officer out of UPMC Presbyterian hospital Thursday morning. 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. A heavy police presence was called to Versailles Avenue and EMS has been sent to the area around noon, according to emergency dispatchers. He made multiple threats to go on a shooting spree, or killing spree, at multiple branches, Harris said. THE VIGIL WAS A TRIBUTE TO. PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - A second man is facing charges after a missing McKeesport man was found dead in TV Q&A: Is a Pittsburgher writing for CBSs East New York?

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