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Yahoo
20-05-2025
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Allegheny County police horse retires after 18 years on the force
The Allegheny County Police Department held a retirement party Monday for one of the longest-serving members of the Mounted Unit. Henry has been serving the county since being donated the department back in 2007. Police say there was a scare back in 2011, when he was diagnosed with a form of skin cancer and there was a fear he'd lose an eye. But, an experimental procedure saved his eye and allowed him to continue his career. But now, after 18 years on the force, Henry is officially retiring. 'He's been the backbone of our mounted unit for many years,' Sgt. Jason Donaldson said. 'We're excited for him to move on, but at the same time, it's sad that we're gonna lose him.' During the retirement ceremony at the Mounted Unit stables in South Park, Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato shared a proclamation declaring May 19 'Henry the Police Horse Day.' Henry will live out the rest of his days at Round Hill Park in Elizabeth Township. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch WPXI NOW
Yahoo
01-05-2025
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1 person dead, 1 person injured after shooting in Penn Hills
One person is dead and another person is injured after a shooting in Penn Hills. The Allegheny County Police Department said they were called to the 100 block of Topaz Drive at 4:01 p.m. on Thursday for reports of a shooting. A man was pronounced dead at the scene. Another person who was shot was also found and taken to a hospital in stable condition. Police said there is no threat to the public. Anyone with information is asked to call the County Police Tip Line 1-833-ALL-TIPS. Tips can be left anonymously. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch WPXI NOW
Yahoo
12-04-2025
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Man shot at Stowe Township gentleman's club hospitalized in critical condition
A man is in critical condition following an early-morning shooting at a gentleman's club in Stowe Township. The Allegheny County Police Department says 911 dispatchers were notified of a shooting at Club Imperium, located on the 1100 block of Island Avenue, around 5:13 a.m. Upon arrival, first responders found a man shot. Medics took him to an area hospital in critical condition. ACPD Homicide Unit detectives are investigating. They say 'all parties' involved in the shooting have been identified, and they're now working with the district attorney's office to determine if any charges will be filed. Anyone with information on the shooting should contact the County Police Tip Line at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. Callers can remain anonymous. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch WPXI NOW
Yahoo
10-04-2025
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Morgantown man accused of attempting to take flashbang grenade through Pittsburgh airport security
Apr. 9—PITTSBURGH — A Morgantown man has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Pittsburgh on a charge of possession of an unregistered firearm, Acting U.S. Attorney Troy Rivetti announced Wednesday. The one-count Indictment named Zachary Vincent Velling, 26, as the sole defendant. According to the Indictment and public information from the Allegheny County Police Department, on Nov. 12, Velling entered airport security at the Pittsburgh International Airport and placed his carry-on luggage through the X-ray machine. Representatives with the Transportation Security Administration noticed a suspicious object within Velling's luggage, which officers from the Allegheny County Police Department ultimately determined to be a MK24 MOD 0, 6 Bang /Flash diversionary hand grenade. The grenade is a firearm and destructive device under federal law that was not registered to Velling in the National Firearms Registration and Transfer Record, a press release states. Velling was previously charged in relation to this incident in the Allegheny Court of Common Pleas with possession of an offensive weapon and criminal attempt. Those charges have been dismissed as a result of this federal Indictment. "Attempting to pass through airport security with any firearm or destructive device poses an unacceptable risk of harm to the innocent traveling public, " Rivetti said. "This danger is heightened when, as in this case, the destructive device is possessed illegally. We are steadfast in our commitment to work with our partners at the FBI, ATF, Allegheny County Police Department, Allegheny County District Attorney's Office, and Transportation Security Administration to ensure safe air travel." The law provides for a maximum total sentence of up to 10 years in prison, a fine of up to $250, 000, or both. Under the federal Sentencing Guidelines, the actual sentence imposed would be based upon the seriousness of the offense and the prior criminal history, if any, of the defendant. Assistant U.S. Attorney Mark V. Gurzo is prosecuting the case. The Federal Bureau of Investigation ; Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives ; Allegheny County Police Department ; Allegheny County District Attorney's Office ; and Transportation Security Administration conducted the investigation leading to the indictment.
Yahoo
05-04-2025
- Yahoo
Woman arrives to hospital with stab wounds, police investigating
A woman is in critical condition after being brought to a Pittsburgh hospital with stab wounds Sunday morning. According to the Allegheny County Police Department, around 5:15am Penn Hills Police requested assistance from ACPD for a woman stabbed in the chest. The woman was dropped off at a hospital by private means. Hospital staff notified law enforcement that a stabbing victim was in their care. Police say that the time and place of the stabbing is unknown. ACPD Detectives are investigating the incident. Anyone with information concerning this incident is asked to call the County Police Tip Line 1-833-ALL-TIPS. Callers can remain anonymous. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch WPXI NOW
