An eviction notice in Pittsburgh led to a shooting standoff when a man opened fire at a sheriff’s deputy. The incident occurred in the city’s Garfield neighborhood, where deputies went to serve the notice. The man became violent and started shooting, prompting Pittsburgh Public Safety to advise people to stay away from the area. Police have evacuated residents from nearby houses, and shots have been heard intermittently over a span of two hours. One sergeant sustained a minor injury while avoiding gunfire, but there have been no other reported injuries.
The situation escalated further as the man barricaded inside the property and shot down two law enforcement drones during the standoff. Witnesses in the neighborhood recounted their terrifying experiences, with one resident, Leslie Thompson, hiding in her basement for an hour until police evacuated her to safety. The Pennsylvania State Police are now leading the investigation, taking over from local authorities due to the ongoing gunfire. UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, located roughly half a mile away, assured the public that there is no direct threat to patients, staff, or visitors. However, enhanced security measures have been implemented on the hospital campus.
As this is a developing story, updates will be provided as more information becomes available.