It'll enter from the Mansfield Bridge and turn left onto West Fifth Avenue then right onto Walnut Street to Eden Park Boulevard and onto East Fifth Avenue. Rost said every morning she prays for Officer Thomas, but said this morning that the prayer was a little longer after learning that he was one of two officers shot Monday afternoon. No one answered the door at Sluganskis McKeesport home on Monday night. PHOTOS: Police respond Minerva Bakery made everything black and blue on Tuesday to support the police. Earlier in the day, McKeesport Mayor Michael Cherepko spoke publicly, thanking other law enforcement for their support. Allegheny County Police said the suspect pulled out a handgun and opened fire. A SHORT TIME AGO, MORRIS WAS ALSO SHOT DURING MONDAYS INCIDENT IN MCKEESPORT. WHEN OUR CAMERAS CAPTURED 31 YEAR OLD JONATHAN MORRIS GETTING TAKEN OUT OF UPMC PRESBY IN POLICE CUSTODY. While the two witnesses were helping him, according to the complaint, Morris shot at a third McKeesport officer. Jordan McCallister, who also lives nearby, said he looked out his front door to watch police cars and motorcycles shutting down the street. / CBS Pittsburgh. When officers got there, they found a suspect having a "mental health crisis," Kearns said. Allegheny County Police Superintendent Christopher Kearns said a 911 call came in just after noon from someone requesting a mental health check of a man later identified as Johnathan Jermia Morris, 31. Officer Thomas has been discharged from the hospital and is at home recovering with his family. The dispatcher told the officer there had been no prior calls to that address. Officers were called to the scene in the 2000 block of Jenny A teddy bear addressed to the "McKeesport Police Family" sits along a fence. He was later found running and an officer, identified later as Sluganski, said over the radio, "Watch his right hand in pocket, appears real heavy.". Under that blanket, securing the suspects hands, were the handcuffs used by slain Officer Sean Sluganski during his law enforcement career. People watch and record as police escort the body of a City of McKeesport police officer killed in an afternoon shooting from UPMC McKeesport to the medical examiners office Monday. "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. "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. Officers arrived to find a teenager shot. "But as with all of our officers, you can imagine him, who was there, shot as well with officer Sluganksi," Mayor Cherepko said. It will be on a Johnathan Morris. At this time, we ask that you keep all of our officers and their families in your hearts, particularly the families of Officer Sluganski and Officer Thomas, McKeesport police Chief Adam Alfer said in a statement. Down the street at Sable Kennels, the women there work closely with McKeesport police on animal calls. WebA reported shooting in McKeesport has sent three McKeesport Area Schools into lockdowns, authorities announced just after 1 p.m. on Wednesday, March 1. An emergency dispatcher assures the officer multiple times that medics are on the way. Rost said every morning she prays for Officer Thomas, but said this morning that the prayer was a little longer after learning that he was one of two officers shot Monday afternoon. "Operating on an asynchronous virtual day allows our community to pay their respects. Wilson Avenue is quiet this Tuesday. It is their words of encouragement that will be with all of our officers as they continue to serve our community in the weeks, months, and years to come. Other officers called Sluganski by the nickname Sluggo. Former colleagues said he was funny, had a great smile and was known as the life of the party. She said the support she got from other teams was 'overwhelming. "Our office stands with the men and women of the McKeesport Police Department and on behalf of Sheriff Kevin M. Kraus and our entire staff, we extend our deepest sympathies to those impacted by today's shooting. Morris also spent time in Maryland and Florida. According to police, it was just after 5:25 Sunday morning when McKeesport Police learned of a shooting. Visitation resumes for fallen McKeesport officer Sean Sluganski. 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. 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. Details of McKeesport officer's fatal shooting emerge; man charged The warning was dire: a McKeesport man named Johnathan Morris was threatening to go on a killing spree. It was Jan. 13 three weeks 2 dead, 3 injured in McKeesport shootings, authorities say, Morning Roundup: State gives $272K to Allegheny County for 'clean' vehicles, Death of Penn Hills couple treated as murder-suicide, police say, GZA, Donnie Iris, John Mayer among top concerts to see around Pittsburgh in March, How officials cracked case of eyedrops that blinded people. He is a four-year member of the force. "Any job you go into, there's a possibility.". The McKeesport mayor's office released a map of officer Sean Sluganski's funeral procession. Please enter valid email address to continue. 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. "It's just not going to stop.". The Allegheny County Sheriff's Office posted a statement on Facebook, saying McKeesport is in many ways the "heart" of the Mon Valley. 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. Charges have been filed for the man accused of shooting one police officer and injuring another in a shooting in McKeesport on Monday. He is always looking to help other people out especially children, and he makes a difference in a lot of kids lives in this community, said Barry. This is a tragic loss for our department and our community. Hundreds of people have gathered for a candlelight vigil for fallen McKeesport Officer Sean Sluganski. OFFICER CHARLES THOMAS WAS INJURED. His mother is also a former employee of the McKeesport Police Department. We have to go through basically his entire life.. Today, they made sacrifices we hoped and prayed they would never need to make. "This is a tragic loss for our department and our community. The A day later and McKeesport Mayor Michael Cherepko is still processing the loss of Sluganksi. The suspect continued walking to the intersection of Versailles Avenue and Patterson Street, where he opened fire on a third officer. Le'Juane Powell was arrested earlier this month on charges of homicide and abuse of a corpse in Lennex's death. He was always very supportive when we were out there, seemed always to be happy and fun-loving but got the job done," said Dawn Weichler. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. "I saw something I didn't need to see, and I wish I hadn't seen. 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. @KDKA pic.twitter.com/Nr4FUMImGT. Police said they were familiar with him. First responders found a man who was shot in the trunk and head inside a home. John F. Slater Funeral Home Inc. has released Sean Sluganski's obituary, which includes when the visitation, mass and burial will be taking place. Deputy Thomas Harris told the Trib on Thursday that he was working off-duty at the Navy Federal Credit Union in Pensacola when he was contacted by security personnel there about 12:10 p.m. 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. Thomas suffered a gunshot wound to the face and neck. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. Anyone with information can call the police at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. Neither of the officers' identities have been released. A man accused of shooting two McKeesport police officers and killing one of them is now out of the hospital.Watch the video above.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.Morris was also shot during Monday's incident in McKeesport. Officials declined to comment on what led up to the call, saying there was still an investigation. "Our police have received an overwhelming amount of support not only from the McKeesport community, but far beyond as well," Mayor Cherepko said. "As mayor, I cannot thank these individuals and organizations enough for their support during this devastating time. According to the criminal complaint, police were called to Morris' home after his mom called the police saying her son was "having a PTSD episode" and being "aggressive" toward her. Parishioners and community members filled the pews inside St. Patrick Church on 32nd Street in McKeesport on Monday night. We have a suspect down. MCKEESPORT, Pa. 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. It is not clear if there are any suspects or arrests. The public is asked to line up at 2 p.m., and the mayor's spokesperson suggested lining up along Lysle Boulevard and Eden Park Boulevard. Johnathan Morris, 32, is charged in the shooting and killing of McKeesport Office Sean Sluganski. Thats affirmative. / CBS Pittsburgh. A middle schooler in Florida is making it his duty to honor and share the legacy of fallen first responders, including Sean Sluganski. 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.". I think he is the right combination for a police officer of toughness and compassion, said Jim Barry the CEO of LaRosa Youth Club. There is no timeline on how long they will patrol, but it is expected it will be at least through the funeral. The complaint says Morris then ran to the parking lot of the Uni-Mart on Versailles Avenue and told two people that he had been shot. Suspect in McKeesport police shooting threatened to go on 'killing spree' weeks earlier, officials say The Waterfront institutes curfew, youth supervision policy 2023 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. Officers requesting a call back. The injured officer has been identified as Chuck Thomas. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. pic.twitter.com/x8uMwgzhUu, Mike D. (@MikeJdiVittorio) February 6, 2023. Assignments will be posted for students to complete," a Facebook post from the district said. He has now been charged. Officer Thomas is at home recovering, and everyone we spoke with here in McKeesport says they cant wait to see him back out on the streets. According to military records obtained by the Trib, Morris enlisted in the Marine Corps in San Diego in 2011. McKeesport Police officer Sean Sluganski was killed in the line of duty on Monday, December 6, 2023. Eva Parker, a first responder, brought flowers from Bethel Park to pay her respects. Learn about careers at Cox Media Group. Police escort the body of a City of McKeesport police officer killed in an afternoon shooting from UPMC McKeesport to the medical examiners office Monday, Feb. 6, 2023. Earle went through court documents, and Morris does not appear to have any prior criminal record or civil cases in Pennsylvania. It's a stark contrast to one day ago when police officers swarmed the street. 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. Lennexwas found shot to deathin a area in Elliott on Jan. 26. Sluganski was pronounced dead after being taken to UPMC McKeesport. Just after 11 a.m., county police were alerted to a shooting on Fremont 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 Outside UPMC McKeesport hospital on Evans Street, more than a dozen officers stood around the emergency room entrance for hours before shutting down the street to transport Sluganskis body to the Allegheny County Medical Examiners Office in Pittsburghs Strip District. 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.". PHOTOS: Heavy police TV Q&A: Is a Pittsburgher writing for CBSs East New York? He is charged with criminal homicide, aggravated assault, assaulting a law enforcement officer and criminal attempted murder of a law enforcement officer. Morris faces charges of homicide, aggravated assault, assault of a law-enforcement officer and two counts of attempted homicide. PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - A second man is facing charges after a missing McKeesport man was found dead in Pittsburgh's Elliott neighborhood. More here https://t.co/zfx8XGp3rv pic.twitter.com/gIvxZmelQZ. The suspect, Johnathan Morris, was also injured in an exchange of gunfire with a third officer and was taken to the hospital. But its home, so thats why I havent left. He was flown to UPMC Mercy and was later released from the hospital. 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. Allegheny County dispatchers say police and medics Patterson (Street) at Versailles (Avenue)., During a press briefing late Monday afternoon, McKeesport Mayor Michael Cherepko said, Please keep the family in your prayers, (along with) our police officers, and just pray for our whole city.. Get some help, Im hit, the officer can be heard saying. First published on February 28, 2023 / 1:34 PM. Sluganski, who attended California University of Pennsylvania, had a passion for narcotics work and was a good communicator. PHOTOS: Heavy police presence after 2 police officers shot in McKeesport. Sluganski was killed and Thomas was injured. Morris fired at a third officer, who returned fire and wounded Morris. When responding officers arrived in the 1400 block of Wilson Street, where Morris lived, he walked away from them, Kearns said. 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. At last check, the officer was in stable condition. Our officers all officers never know what they are walking into. Community reacts to killing of McKeesport officer Sean Sluganski, Community mourning after shooting of 2 McKeesport officers, Latest on the fatal shooting of officer Sean Sluganski. A man is dead after a shooting in McKeesport. The police officer "seriously injured" Monday in McKeesport was flown to UPMC Mercy Hospital, where sources tell KDKA-TV as many as 15 officers arrived to show support. UPMC McKeesport is on lockdown after the shooting. "McKeesport is just in trouble," Hudson said. "He's a kind guy, he's everybody's friend," she said. 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. Police have arrested a second man in connection with a male found fatally shot in Elliott on 1/26/23.Deonte Kidd, 28, faces multiple charges including hindering apprehension, destroying evidence, abuse of a corpse, and conspiracy. 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. He was then taken into custody. Officers Sean Sluganski and Charles Thomas were shot in McKeesport on Monday. We are there for them as much as they are there for us, Jan Kugler, said. Another officer, Charles Thomas, was injured. On hand to watch Morris as he was moved from the hospital to the jail were two supervisors from the McKeesport Police Department. Students and coaches from McKeesport and Elizabeth Forward met for a group photo while wearing McKeesport Police Strong shirts in honor of fallen Officer Sean Sluganski. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. TV Q&A: Is a Pittsburgher writing for CBSs East New York? "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. Obviously, its early in the investigation, he said. PTSD usually is something that develops when youre in firefights, and I dont know that that ever happened.. "We're all females and we're coming in by ourselves and they do the best that they can for us, so we'd like to show our support back to them," she said. Fordery Morris, a longtime McKeesport resident who moved across the street from the hospital a year ago, said he recalled hearing sirens before officers began flocking there. "They're here early in the morning to make sure we're getting into the building safely," said Erica Ashcroft. 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 McKeesport police officer was killed, another was wounded and the suspected shooter was shot before being taken into custody early Monday afternoon in the Mon Valley city, officials said. It is always the goal of a first-responder to complete his or her daily duties and return home safely. Morris, an inventory management specialist, was promoted to sergeant in 2016 and left the Marines in December 2018. The two plan to send care packages to both the Thomas and Slunganski families, and for now, continue to remember the good times. Chuck was in here all the time, its just so devastating, said owner Rick Kugler. He said Thomas is always offering a helping hand, and if no one else shows up he can rely on Chuck to be there for the kids. Thirty-two-year-old Sean Sluganski was killed. Visitation for Sluganski is scheduled for Sunday and Monday, and a funeral is scheduled for Tuesday. Officer killed, another injured and suspect shot in McKeesport, Officers to escort body of officer killed to medical examiner's office. 1 officer shot and killed, another injured in McKeesport. 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. McKeesport Officer Shooting: What weve learned about the suspect, Johnathan Morris. One investigator District schools had been locked down temporarily because of the incident. PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - A second man is facing charges after a missing McKeesport man was found dead in Sources told Target 11 Morris served in the Marine Corps and was stationed at Camp LeJeune in North Carolina. He said he also saw police bring the suspect to the hospital. HAPPENING NOW | Jonathan Morris is being transferred from the hospital to the Allegheny County Jail. Police say that 32-year-old Johnathan Morris is facing charges of criminal homicide and other offenses related to the deadly shooting. All McKeesport Area School District schools and buildings were on lockdown because of "police activity" nearby, but the lockdown has since been lifted, the district said on Facebook. One of the officers was fatally wounded. Police activity in McKeesport sends two nearby schools into exterior lockdown Updated: 1:05 PM EST Mar 1, 2023 Infinite Scroll Enabled Show Transcript Police and At the McKeesport police department, two black wreaths hang in the doorway mourning the loss of one of their officers but also rallying and praying for another officer, She gave her video to the police for their investigation. We are there for them as much as they are there for us, Jan Kugler, said. Although PTSD was mentioned in the initial 911 call from Morris mother to dispatchers, Zappala said that his military career did not involve combat. PREVIOUS COVERAGE >>> 1 police officer killed, another injured in McKeesport shooting. A moment of silence was held before the McKeesport girls basketball game on Feb. 7, 2023. Morris mother, Candace Tyler, was a McKeesport police officer for 16 years until she was fired in 2021. 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. and "Thank you for keeping us safe.". The McKeesport Area School District will switch to remote learning on Tuesday to allow the community to attend Sean Sluganski's funeral. A McKeesport police officer was killed, another was wounded and the suspected shooter was shot before being taken into custody early Monday afternoon in Police Chief Adam Alfer identified the fallen officer as Sean Sluganski and the injured officer as Charles Thomas. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Morris is facing a list of charges, including homicide. A procession on Tuesday afternoon escorted fallen McKeesport Officer Sean Sluganski back to McKeesport for his funeral. "To show McKeesport that I'm here to support them. 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. The man accused of killing a McKeesport police officer and injuring another allegedly made a threatening phone call to an out-of-state bank about a month ago. Kearns said the suspect was wounded in an exchange of gunfire. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. "Today that heart is broken by senseless violence and another stark example of the danger that our law enforcement officers face every day, on every shift and on every call," the sheriff's office said. Johnathan Morris, 31, faces charges in the McKeesport shooting that killed Officer Sean Sluganski and injured Officer Charles Thomas. Friends will be received at the John F. 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