Man shot, killed at picnic in Clairton; another man detained
A man was shot and killed at a picnic in Clairton.
Allegheny County Police said officers were called to the 300 block of Division Street at 9:32 p.m. for a reported shooting.
A man who was shot was pronounced dead at the scene.
Another man was detained.
Police said the shooting happened after an argument at the picnic.
Officers said there is no threat to the public.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Allegheny County Police Tip Line at 1-833-ALL-TPS. Tips can be made anonymously.
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