AK-style rifle recovered after incident involving intoxicated male occurs in Aliquippa

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Aliquippa, PA) Aliquippa police were dispatched to the 300 block of Superior Avenue (Valley Terrace C Building) at approximately 5 p.m. on Friday for a report of an intoxicated male requesting help. An officer observed a group of males in the 400 block of Superior Avenue (Valley Terrace B Building) while responding, which included individuals known to law enforcement. One unidentified male abruptly fled on foot while attempting to conceal a firearm. A foot pursuit was initiated by officers, and the man was observed by responding officers to be in possession of an AK-style rifle. The suspect escaped from police and officers conducted a search of the area. They tried to make contact at a residence believed to be associated with the individual. However, no contact was made. The firearm was recovered and was identified as a Century Arms AK-style rifle. A potential suspect identity has also been obtained. This incident remains under investigation and anyone with information on it is encouraged to contact the Aliquippa Police Department at 724-378-8000…

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