Published on December 23, 2025
At approximately 9:00 p.m., Pittsburgh Fire, EMS, and Police from Zone 6 were dispatched to the 1500 block of Rockland Avenue in the city’s Beechview neighborhood for reports of a male with a gunshot wound.
Arriving officers located an adult male victim inside of a residence with a gunshot wound to his buttock. The victim was conscious, alert, and speaking with officers and medics. He was transported by Pittsburgh EMS in stable condition to an area hospital.
Witnesses told officers that a known male was inside the home when an altercation took place between him and the victim, resulting in the victim sustaining his injuries.
The male actor then fled the scene prior to police arrival.
Officers have a person of interest and are working to locate the male actor. Charges are expected.