A quiet Sunday evening in Turtle Creek turned violent when a male teenager was shot on James Street and rushed to the hospital in critical condition, according to WPXI. First responders were called to the 400 block of James Street at about 5:38 p.m., and medics transported the teen to an area hospital, where he remained in critical condition.
Allegheny County Police are leading the investigation and say detectives want to hear from anyone who saw or heard anything. They are asking tipsters to call the County Police Tip Line at 1-833-ALL-TIPS.
Investigators note other recent shootings
The Turtle Creek shooting comes on the heels of a May 26 incident near the intersection of Albert and Maple streets that left three people wounded. In that case, Allegheny County detectives later identified a suspect and charged a 14-year-old, according to CBS Pittsburgh. Authorities continue to review surveillance footage and witness accounts in both investigations as they work to piece together what happened.
Neighbors say the stretch has seen violence before
Residents and business owners have previously told local reporters that the area around James Street and a nearby gas station is usually quiet but not entirely free of trouble. That mixed picture of calm and concern surfaced again after an earlier 2024 shooting in the same vicinity, per WTAE. Neighbors have said they hope community tips and camera footage will give investigators what they need to move the cases forward.
How to help
Allegheny County Police are urging anyone with information, including video or photos from the area, to contact the County Police Tip Line at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. Callers can remain anonymous as detectives continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
