Arrest Made in Connection With North Braddock Homicid

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North Braddock, PA – Allegheny County Police have charged Bernard Junior Polite in connection with a homicide in North Braddock. On Tuesday evening, authorities responded to reports of a male shot in a. residence. Responders found 56-year-old Derek Polite deceased inside. Detectives learned that the victim’s cousin, Bernard Junior Polite, was arrested.

The suspect is facing criminal homicide charges and is in custody pending court proceedings.

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