Crime
17-year-old Kyhree Harper Arrested in Connection to Fatal Shooting of Tyrome Gatewood Jr. in Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH, PA – A 17-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of Tyrome Gatewood Jr., a teenager who was killed in Pittsburgh’s Knoxville neighborhood on Thursday afternoon.
Authorities have identified the suspect as Kyhree Harper, 17.
According to court documents, a witness reported that Harper and Gatewood were handling firearms and reloading magazines when the shooting occurred.
The incident was first reported at approximately 1:09 p.m. when Pittsburgh police responded to a ShotSpotter alert in the 100 block of Rochelle Street.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a 17-year-old male inside a residence suffering from a gunshot wound.
Officers provided life-saving measures until medics arrived, but the victim was pronounced dead at the scene a short time later.
The Allegheny County Medical Examiner later identified the victim as Tyrome Gatewood Jr. of Carrick.
Police confirmed that a person of interest was detained for questioning shortly after the shooting, and authorities have since taken Harper into custody in connection with Gatewood’s death.
Investigators have assured the public that there is no ongoing threat.
The case remains under active investigation by Pittsburgh Police detectives.
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.