Pittsburgh Police Respond to Shooting on East Carson Street, One Injur

Published on September 14, 2024

Date: September 14, 2024
Incident Type: Aggravated Assault
Location: Zone 3
Summary:

Just after 1:00 a.m., Pittsburgh Police from Zone 3 working in the area of East Carson Street heard shots fired in the 1100 block and responded.

On-scene officers located an adult female victim on the ground with a gunshot wound to her lower leg. She was conscious, alert, and speaking with officers and medics.

The victim was transported in stable condition to an area hospital by Pittsburgh EMS Medic 2.

Witnesses described an altercation in a bar between males that spilled out into the street before one of the males pulled a gun and fired several rounds. The actor then fled on foot towards South 10th Street.

The actor was located a short time later and placed in custody. Charges are forthcoming.


Reporting PIO: 
Emily Bourne

2024-09-14
PIO@pittsburghpa.gov

 

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