Police report two dead, seven shot at penn hills hookah lounge

Police Report Two Dead, Seven Shot at Penn Hills Hookah Lounge

PENN HILLS, PA – County Police are currently investigating a shooting that occurred in the 3500 block of Laketon Road in Penn Hills. Two individuals have been confirmed dead, and several others are injured. Further details will be released as the investigation progresses.

At 2:53 am on June 2, County 9-1-1 was notified of a reported shooting in the 3500 block of Laketon Road in Penn Hills. First responders discovered an adult male and adult female deceased inside Ballers Hookah Lounge and Cigar Bar.

Seven additional victims were discovered throughout the course of the investigation. There were multiple victims transported from the scene and additional victims walked in to area hospitals.

One of those victims is in critical condition. The remaining victims all have non life-threatening injuries.

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