Police Investigate Shooting Incident in Allentown

Published on September 24, 2024

Date: September 24, 2024
Incident Type: Aggravated assault
Location: Zone 3
Summary:

Just after 7:00 a.m., Pittsburgh Police from Zone 3 were called to the intersection of East Warrington Avenue and Allen Street in Allentown for three separate ShotSpotter alerts totaling three rounds.

Two adult females sustained gunshot wounds—one to her arm and the other to her abdomen. Both women were transported to area hospitals in stable condition.

The Mobile Crime Unit was called to process evidence at the scene, including recovered shell casings. A firearm was also recovered.

Violent Crime Unit detectives are investigating.

This is an isolated incident and there is no ongoing risk to the public.


Reporting PIO: 
Emily Bourne

2024-09-24
PIO@pittsburghpa.gov

 

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