We have lost a friend, a trusted colleague and an officer whose passion was providing service to the public. /. I do have a phone number for the Black male and for the police deputy, as well, the dispatcher answered. A man has been accused in connection with the death of one police officer and the injury of another following a shooting in McKeesport on Monday. 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). Sources say a father called 911 after finding his son shot inside a home. Police officers from across the county are getting ready to escort the fallen officer's body from UPMC McKeesport to the Strip District in Pittsburgh, where the Allegheny County Medical Examiner's Office is located. 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. MCKEESPORT, Pa. (AP) A man having a mental health crisis shot and killed a police officer, wounded a second and fired at a third before being wounded in a shootout in a western Pennsylvania city on Monday, authorities said. At this point, Morris faces several charges including aggravated assault, assault of an officer and criminal homicide. Channel 11 News is learning more about the man police said is responsible for shooting two McKeesport police officers on Monday, killing one of them. 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. Hes so personable, so kind, said Jan Kugler, the owner of Lamperts Fine Meat and Deli. The fallen McKeesport officer has been identified as Sean Sluganski. Earle went through court documents, and Morris does not appear to have any prior criminal record or civil cases in Pennsylvania. "They're here early in the morning to make sure we're getting into the building safely," said Erica Ashcroft. "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. Under that blanket, securing the suspects hands, were the handcuffs used by slain Officer Sean Sluganski during his law enforcement career. 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. PREVIOUS COVERAGE >>> 1 police officer killed, another injured in McKeesport shooting. Morris mother, Candace Tyler, was a McKeesport police officer for 16 years until she was fired in 2021. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. "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. He returned fire, shooting Morris in the leg. Police said they were familiar with him. 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. MCKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) - One officer was killed and another was injured after a shooting in McKeesport. The other minor is in critical condition. According to Allegheny County police, McKeesport officers responded to a disturbance complaint involving a domestic situation in the 1400 block of Wilson Street at approximately 12:11 pm. "As mayor, I cannot thank these individuals and organizations enough for their support during this devastating time. Morris, an inventory management specialist, was promoted to sergeant in 2016 and left the Marines in December 2018. It is always the goal of a first-responder to complete his or her daily duties and return home safely. 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. Officer Sean Sluganski died and Officer Charles Thomas was taken to the hospital seriously injured but is now in stable condition. Chuck was in here all the time, its just so devastating, said owner Rick Kugler. February 28, 2023 / 1:34 PM I try to pray every day and ask God for their protection, said Thomass neighbor Marjory Rost. The man accused of killing a McKeesport police officer and wounding another Monday afternoon was said to be experiencing PTSD and told witnesses just moments The Fraternal Order of the Police is setting up a fund for Sean Sluganski at the ParkView Community Federal Credit Union in McKeesport. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. We have lost a friend, a trusted colleague and an officer whose passion was providing service to the public. The suspect, later identified as Johnathan Morris, walked from Wilson Avenue to Grandview Avenue, and Kearns said when the suspect encountered the officers, he pulled out a handgun and shot them. 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. "Any job you go into, there's a possibility.". 2023 Cox Media Group. 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. Mckeesport Shooting Suspect has been arrested and charged by the Officers after responding to a domestic disturbance complaint on Wilson Avenue. While the two witnesses were helping him, according to the complaint, Morris shot at a third McKeesport officer. WHEN OUR CAMERAS CAPTURED 31 YEAR OLD JONATHAN MORRIS GETTING TAKEN OUT OF UPMC PRESBY IN POLICE CUSTODY. Lori and I are praying for the family and loved ones of the McKeesport police officer who died in the line of duty today.May his memory be a blessing, and may this be a reminder of how the women and men of law enforcement put their lives on the line to serve their communities. A man accused of shooting two McKeesport police officers and killing one of them is now out of the hospital. "Operating on an asynchronous virtual day allows our community to pay their respects. He joined the department in January 2020 and was promoted to full-time in January 2021. Sluganski was pronounced dead after being taken to UPMC McKeesport. If you'd like to pay your respects on Tuesday, you're asked to line the funeral procession route through McKeesport. One investigator I dont know if they were doing any follow up after that, Harris said. He is a four-year member of the force. The flags are to be lowered to half-staff until sunset on the day that Sluganski is laid to rest. We have to go through basically his entire life.. "As a reminder, there is a scheduled asynchronous virtual learning day for Monday, February 13, 2023. Morris, 31, was taken to the Allegheny County Jail in Pittsburgh just before noon and arraigned a short time later by District Judge Jehosha Wright, who denied bond. Please enter valid email address to continue. The two plan to send care packages to both the Thomas and Slunganski families, and for now, continue to remember the good times. According to military records obtained by the Trib, Morris enlisted in the Marine Corps in San Diego in 2011. Police agencies across the area, including county police and the county sheriff's department, are filling patrols in McKeesport to allow officers to mourn the loss of their fellow officer. A lone teddy bear was left with a letter addressed to the "McKeesport Police Family" at the site where officer Sean Sluganski was shot and killed in the line of duty on Monday. Anyone with information can call the police at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. "The McKeesport Police Department is mourning the loss of Officer Sean Sluganski, 32, who died today in the line of duty. The McKeesport police chief identified the two officers shot Monday. Sluganski was a Baldwin High School alumnus, according to the Baldwin-Whitehall School District. 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. A criminal complaint shows that he faces charges including homicide and aggravated assault. Its at the ParkView Community Federal Credit Union in McKeesport #kdka @KDKA pic.twitter.com/XGGXldj7Oa. Those in attendance said they are praying for the families of both officers. County Police havent briefed me on those, Zappala said. 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 might be armed. We are there for them as much as they are there for us, Jan Kugler, said. 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 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. A McKeesport police officer was killed and another was wounded Monday afternoon when a man involved in a domestic dispute opened fire on the officers. One of the officers was fatally wounded. He has now been charged. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. PHOTOS: Heavy police "Yesterday began as any day would for Officer Sluganski. Accused McKeesport police shooting suspect leaves UPMC Presbyterian. "While the investigation into this incident is still in the very early stages and ongoing, early reporting underscores the challenges and volatility we ask police to confront. THE VIGIL WAS A TRIBUTE TO. A third officer ended up shooting Morris, who is still in a hospital for his injuries. Police Chief Adam Alfer identified the fallen officer as Sean Sluganski and the injured officer as Charles Thomas. Sluganski was shot and killed during the incident. You can find the procession route in the tweet below: Per McKeesport spokesperson: Fallen Officer Sean Sluganski. Assignments will be posted for students to complete," a Facebook post from the district said. February 28, 2023 / 1:34 PM / CBS Pittsburgh. McKeesport Police officer Sean Sluganski shot and killed in the line of duty, Man charged in shooting death of McKeesport police officer. McKeesport Police officer Charles Thomas was shot while responding to a domestic incident on Monday, December 6, 2023. Police officers stand outside UPMC McKeesport on Feb. 6, 2023. He made threats to a credit union over the phone (that) hes going to go on a killing spree, the dispatcher told officers. Visitation for Sluganski is scheduled for Sunday and Monday, and a funeral is scheduled for Tuesday. Sluganskis Facebook account shows he got engaged in July 2021 and had a young daughter. John F. Slater Funeral Home Inc. has released Sean Sluganski's obituary, which includes when the visitation, mass and burial will be taking place. MCKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) One person is dead after a shooting in McKeesport on Friday. He is charged with criminal homicide, aggravated assault, assaulting a law enforcement officer and criminal attempted murder of a law enforcement officer. 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The officer killed was identified by the McKeesport Police Department as Sean Sluganski, 32. Jillian Forstadt. A SHORT TIME AGO, MORRIS WAS ALSO SHOT DURING MONDAYS INCIDENT IN MCKEESPORT. The statement posted to Facebook said the officer was killed in the line of duty while responding to a reported domestic incident. 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. The recordings, though, feel like they go on for hours. I know Gods protecting him and watching over him because I asked and I prayed, Rost said. Allegheny County dispatchers say police and medics were called to the 3100 block of Versailles Avenue shortly just after 12 p.m. on Wednesday. Pittsburgh's Action News 4 cameras showed 31-year-old Johnathan Morris leaving UPMC Presbyterian to be taken to the Allegheny County Jail for arraignment Thursday morning. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. When the procession travels through McKeesport Tues. the public is asked to line up along Lysle Boulevard and Eden Park Blvd. A man is dead after a shooting in McKeesport. "This is a tragic loss for our department and our community. He left his family at home and came to work. Please enter valid email address to continue. Sluganski was killed while Thomas was injured. "McKeesport is just in trouble," Hudson said. Officers were called to the scene in the 2000 block of Jenny The mother of 31-year-old Johnathan Morris allegedly called police and said her son who suffers from PTSD was being aggressive towards her. 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. / CBS Pittsburgh. His mother is also a former employee of the McKeesport Police Department. When responding officers arrived in the 1400 block of Wilson Street, where Morris lived, he walked away from them, Kearns said. When asked if the suspect is being treated at the hospital, UPMC referred KDKA-TV's Meghan Schiller to McKeesport police. Suspect in McKeesport police shooting threatened to go on 'killing spree' weeks earlier, officials say The Waterfront institutes curfew, youth supervision policy 2023 2023 Trib Total Media | All Rights Reserved. Patients can still enter the emergency room, but the hospital is waiting on word from local law enforcement and public safety before lifting the lockdown. OFFICER SEAN SLUGANSKI WAS KILLED. Morris also spent time in Maryland and Florida. Wilson Avenue is quiet this Tuesday. Lennexwas found shot to deathin a area in Elliott on Jan. 26. 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. Nearly 100 people attended the event, which was put on to "support the McKeesport community.". He joined McKeesports department in January 2020 and was promoted to a full-time officer in January 2021, the department said. / CBS Pittsburgh. According to a news release from Allegheny County police, 911 was notified of a shooting in the 2000 block of Jenny A fatal shot felled officer Sean Sluganski, 32, who had worked in McKeesport for two years. McKeesport Officer Shooting: What weve learned about the suspect, Johnathan Morris. Morris fired at a third officer, who returned fire and wounded Morris. "He's a kind guy, he's everybody's friend," she said. Officers Sean Sluganski and Charles Thomas were shot in McKeesport on Monday. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. We should all give serious thought to what these families endure while their loved ones are out serving our community hoping and praying that they never have to deal with what Officer Sluganski's family experienced yesterday.". Allegheny County police said around 5 p.m., officials were notified of a shooting on Jenny Lind Street. 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. Swan was later shot and killed by police in Pittsburghs Homewood-Brushton neighborhood. Following the death of Officer Sean Sluganski, Governor Josh Shapiro has ordered all U.S. and Pennsylvania flags at public buildings, facilities, and grounds throughout the commonwealth to fly at-half staff immediately in his honor. The second officer was critically wounded and flown to the hospital but is now in stable condition, Kearns said. The shooting can't help but remind her of the death of her son, who was shot and killed 10 years ago in the same neighborhood. Police activity in McKeesport sends two nearby schools into exterior lockdown. Morris served in the military and suffered from PTSD, according to the criminal complaint. Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. On hand to watch Morris as he was moved from the hospital to the jail were two supervisors from the McKeesport Police Department. Johnathan Morris, 32, is charged in the shooting and killing of McKeesport Office Sean Sluganski. According to archived dispatch radio traffic, McKeesport police were dispatched to Morris home at 1:37 p.m. I have an out-of-state police department requesting a welfare check at 1411 Wilson St. 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. 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