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Trump to return to Butler County to honor attendees shot at July 13 rally
Former President Donald Trump announced Friday afternoon that he is planning to return to Butler for a rally. He announced on social media that the event will honor Corey Comperatore, the man killed during the assassination attempt nearly two weeks ago. It will also honor the two men, David Dutch and James Copenhaver, injured in the shooting.
Newly obtained video shows rooftop scene in aftermath of Trump assassination attempt
BUTLER, Pa. (TND) — The entire body camera footage showing Secret Service officers and other law enforcement on the rooftop where a would-be assassin was shot and killed was released by a lawmaker. Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) released the video to the public on Thursday. In the nearly 30-minute...
Arrest warrants issued for three teenagers in connection with Industry Borough triple stabbing
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Police in Beaver County are looking for three teens wanted in connection with a triple stabbing that took place earlier this week in Industry Borough. The incident took place along Midland Beaver Road earlier this week and three people were stabbed and taken to the hospital.Arrest warrants have been filed for 18-year-old Jonathan Bish, 18-year-old Chantz Cottrill, and 17-year-old Julia Dibacco. All three suspects are facing attempted murder, aggravated assault, and conspiracy charges.It's unclear what led up to the stabbing.
Renfrew restaurants on edge after overnight intrusions
Some suspicious overnight activity in downtown Renfrew is cause for concern for a couple of local restaurants. Renfrew Pizzeria owner Julie Rodgers has let their customers know over social media that they are working with police following a break-in early in the morning on Tuesday. They’re not alone, as Kung...
Allegheny County man accused of shooting, killing German Shepherd
PORT VUE, Pa. (KDKA) — A man is facing charges after allegedly shooting and killing a woman's German Shepard in Port Vue, Allegheny County. John Lee Mack Jr., 27, is facing multiple charges, including aggravated assault and animal cruelty, in connection with the July 20 incident.Videos show Mack hitting Donna Hitchings after the two exchange words. Her German Shepard, Lugar, is seen defending her before being shot to death.What sparked the altercation among neighbors? According to court documents, it was music.Hitchings told police that Mack's car radio was too loud, so she came out of her home and asked him to turn it down. She said he exited the vehicle and confronted her.Brittany Iseley said that's not what happened."He was in front of his house in his car listening to a podcast about a zombie apocalypse and it was so loud for her liking," Iseley said. "That's where the problem started. The next day, if I'm not mistaken, is when the brother confronted him."A couple of people on the street said Lugar was Hitchings' service animal. They said she suffers from seizures.
UPDATE: Missing Pittsburgh Boys Found Safe, Beechview Community Breathes Sigh of Relief
The search for two young boys in Pittsburgh's Beechview neighborhood came to a relieving close today as authorities confirmed the safe discovery of the missing children. According to a recent update, the Pittsburgh Police have located Jarrod and Jyseir Dolphin, bringing an end to the pressing concerns for their well-being. Officials extended their gratitude to the public for their assistance in the search.
Man shot, killed outside Pittsburgh convenience store
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- A man was shot and killed outside a convenience store in Pittsburgh's Knoxville neighborhood.Police said they were called to Amanda Street for reports of a man shot outside Triangle Mart shortly before 4 p.m. on Wednesday. When first responders got there, they found a 51-year-old at the back of the building with a gunshot wound to his chest, police said. He was taken to the hospital in critical condition, where he later died. His identity hasn't been released. Detectives are investigating and reviewing video, police said. Crime scene tape blocked off the front of the convenience store as police...
Suspect in police pursuit through the Valley back in Pennsylvania facing 30 charges
An Erie, Pennsylvania man accused of taking a 14-year-old girl with him during a police chase through part of the Valley has been brought from Ohio to Pennsylvania to face a host of charges. Twenty-year-old John Wolfe was transferred from the Portage County Jail in Ohio to the Erie County...
Feds: Drug raid yields more than 100 kilos of cocaine plus heroin, fentanyl from McKeesport, Monroeville, Penn Hills
A federal drug investigation has led to charges for four men who police said were in possession of 116 kilograms of cocaine. That amount is equivalent to more than 250 pounds. Federal officials investigating drug activity in Western Pennsylvania executed sealed search warrants for homes and vehicles in McKeesport, Monroeville, Murrysville and Penn Hills on June 27.
Detective team grapple with killing spree
“Five Cold Bodies” by K.J. Kalis was the third in the Detective Max Grady series but was OK as a stand-alone. Buckhead County sits just outside of Pittsburgh. The mostly rural county has its share of crimes, but when murder occurs Sheriff Kyler Holt reaches out to the Pittsburgh PD for help.
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