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Man found shot dead after house party shooting in Duquesne home

House party chaos as man gunned down in Pennsylvania home

DUQUESNE, PA – A man was found fatally shot inside a residence early Sunday after gunfire broke out during a house party in the 1000 block of Crawford Avenue, prompting a homicide investigation by Allegheny County Police.

At approximately 12:49 a.m., County 9-1-1 received reports of shots fired at the Duquesne address. Responding officers and medics arrived to find an adult male victim dead inside the home from multiple gunshot wounds.

Detectives with the Allegheny County Police Homicide Unit have launched an investigation. Preliminary findings indicate a house party was underway at the time of the shooting. Officials have not released the identity of the victim or details about any potential suspects.

No arrests have been announced, and the motive for the shooting remains unclear. Investigators are urging anyone with information to contact the County Police Tip Line at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. Callers can remain anonymous.

The scene remained active into the morning hours as police collected evidence and interviewed potential witnesses.

Key Points

  • Man found shot to death inside Duquesne home following overnight house party
  • Shooting reported at 12:49 a.m. in the 1000 block of Crawford Avenue
  • Allegheny County Police Homicide Unit is investigating; no suspects announced

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