RANKIN, PA – A young man was gunned down in broad daylight Tuesday afternoon at the intersection of Oak Way and Duquesne Street, prompting a homicide investigation by Allegheny County Police.
The victim, described as a male in his late teens or early 20s, was found at the scene around 3:10 p.m. after a 9-1-1 call reported gunfire in the area. He was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
Detectives from the County Police Homicide Unit responded to assist and have launched an active investigation into the killing. The victim’s identity has not yet been confirmed, and no suspects have been named.
Police are urging anyone with information to contact the Allegheny County Police Tip Line at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. Anonymous tips are welcome.
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Key Points
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- Male in late teens or early 20s fatally shot Tuesday afternoon in Rankin
- Victim found at Oak Way and Duquesne Street intersection, pronounced dead at hospital
- County Police Homicide Unit is investigating; public asked to provide tips anonymously
A young life was cut short in a Rankin street as detectives search for answers in the fatal shooting.