Tragedy struck in McKeesport last night when gunfire erupted in an apartment building, leaving one dead and another critically injured. The violence unfolded in the 500 block of Pirl Street, where first responders arrived shortly before 9 p.m. after receiving reports of a shooting. The scene was hectic as police and paramedics worked to aid the victims—a man and a woman—both found suffering from gunshot wounds. According to WPXI, the two were rushed to the hospital; however, the woman was pronounced dead shortly after arriving, while the man continues to fight for his life in critical condition.
Diving deeper into this somber incident, investigators honed in on a blue car with a visible bullet hole, as reported by WTAE, marking it as a stark piece of evidence amidst the chaos. In the midst of the investigation, officials were able to identify the woman whose life was cut brutally short: 50-year-old Lisa Sharnell Epps. At the time, police have not disclosed if a suspect has been apprehended, nor the intricate details leading up to the violence that shattered the night.
Authorities are urging anyone with information related to the shooting to come forward, hoping that public input can shed light on the circumstances surrounding the fatal event. The Allegheny County Police Tip Line, 1-833-ALL-TIPS, is available for those who might hold the key in this case.
