Crime
18-year-old James Mack Jr shot and killed during physical altercation in Glassport, suspect James Martin arrested
An 18-year-old man, James Mack Jr., was tragically killed in a shooting incident in Glassport, Pennsylvania, on Sunday afternoon.
Allegheny County Police responded to a call about a shooting in the 500 block of Monongahela Avenue around 3 PM.
Upon arrival, they discovered Mack deceased at the scene.
According to witness accounts, the shooting stemmed from an altercation between Mack and 17-year-old James Martin.
Martin allegedly shot Mack multiple times before fleeing the scene.
Martin was later apprehended by Clairton police and has been charged with criminal homicide, carrying a firearm without a license, and possession of a firearm by a minor.
The Allegheny County Police Department is continuing its investigation into the incident.
GLEN BURNIE, Md. — Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting reported in Glen Burnie, Maryland, after an incident in which a suspect allegedly crashed a vehicle into a law enforcement agent.
Preliminary reports indicate that one suspect sustained a gunshot wound and was transported under a Priority B medical status.
Emergency medical services also responded to assist a law enforcement agent who reported neck pain; a second EMS unit was requested to provide additional medical evaluation and care.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting, including what prompted the vehicle collision and the use of force, have not yet been fully detailed by authorities.
Police have confirmed that the scene was secured, and standard investigative protocols for officer-involved shootings have been initiated.
No further information regarding the identities of those involved or the suspect’s condition has been released at this time.
Officials stated that additional details will be provided as the investigation continues.