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Police: Shot fired from outside an East Pittsburgh house goes through window, hits boy

Michael DiVittorio
By Michael DiVittorio
1 Min Read Aug. 27, 2025 | 4 months Ago
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A boy was hospitalized in stable condition after being shot in the leg in East Pittsburgh on Wednesday evening.

Allegheny County Police said officers were alerted to the shooting along the 500 block of Main Street shortly after 7 p.m.

Police said they found a boy shot once in the leg.

Preliminary reports show the shooter was outside a residence and shot inside, striking the boy. Police did not release the boy’s age.

No further information about the possible suspect or victim was immediately available.

Anyone with information about the shooting should call the County Police Tip Line 833-255-8477 (833-ALL-TIPS). Callers can remain anonymous.

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Michael DiVittorio is a TribLive reporter covering general news in Western Pennsylvania, with a penchant for festivals and food. He can be reached at mdivittorio@triblive.com.

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