A Friday evening on Singer Avenue in McKees Rocks ended in tragedy when a person was killed in a shooting, according to police and county dispatchers. Emergency crews were called to the 20 block of Singer Avenue at about 8:05 p.m., dispatch records show. Investigators say they are working with the Allegheny County District Attorney’s Office as they weigh potential charges.
Channel 11’s Rich Pierce was live at the scene as officers and forensic teams worked the block, WPXI reported. Officials confirmed to the station that one person had died and that detectives were coordinating closely with county prosecutors on the next steps. WPXI noted that Channel 11 planned to air an update on its 11 p.m. newscast.
Local context
The shooting is the latest in a series of violent incidents in McKees Rocks and the broader Sto-Rox area in recent years. In September 2024, a person was shot and killed on the 300 block of Ella Street, a case that led to an arrest, according to WTAE. The Pittsburgh Post‑Gazette has also tracked earlier homicide prosecutions tied to the borough. Community leaders and law-enforcement partners have continued to stress that coordinated violence-prevention work is essential across the Sto-Rox communities.
What investigators say and next steps
Authorities have not yet released the victim’s name or said if anyone is in custody. Allegheny County’s public information notes that investigators routinely consult with prosecutors on fatal shootings, and the county maintains a tip line at 1-833-ALL-TIPS for anyone with information, according to the Allegheny County Police website. Detectives typically process the scene, speak with witnesses, and review evidence with the district attorney before filing charges…