Tragedy struck in East Liberty last night when a young teenager was shot in the head. According to WPXI, the incident occurred around 10:30 p.m. on the 6200 block of East Liberty Boulevard. First responders hurried to the scene following a 911 call, and upon arrival, authorities found the male teen with a severe gunshot wound.
As of the latest reports, the victim has been hospitalized and is in grave condition. Pittsburgh Police have confirmed that the shooting took place at a residence in the area, and they have taken a male into custody for questioning related to the event. The specifics of the shooting, including the circumstances that led to the violence, remain under active investigation by the Violent Crime Unit, per an update from WTAE.
The teen's identity has not been revealed, and whether the person questioned is connected to the incident is unclear.
