Washington County – A state police trooper shot and wounded a 24‑year‑old deaf man early Saturday morning while serving an arrest warrant at a residence on Oak Street. The incident occurred shortly before 6:30 a.m. as troopers arrived to execute the warrant.
Details of the shooting
According to Washington County District Attorney Jason Walsh, the suspect – whose name and age have not been released – was taken to a Pittsburgh‑area hospital for treatment. The hospital has not yet released details about his condition.
State police were originally at the home investigating alleged computer‑crime activity. When the major case team arrived to serve the warrant, the suspect was shot in his bedroom after waking from sleep as troopers entered the house.
Mayor’s response and community reaction
Mayor Jojo Burgess was on the scene, standing with neighbors who had gathered along the alley behind the Duncan Miller Glass Museum. Burgess, who is a relative of the wounded man, tried to calm tensions and expressed concern for his family member.
“He’s my relative, and he’s deaf,” Burgess said. “We’ve had previous interactions with him and there were no problems. I’m not sure what happened this time that led to the shooting.”
Investigation underway
The Washington County State Police Major Case Team is now investigating the shooting. No further details have been released about the suspect’s alleged computer‑crime activities or the circumstances that led to the use of force.
Several residents gathered nearby, voicing displeasure over the incident. While emotions ran high, law‑enforcement officials have asked the public to allow the investigation to proceed without speculation.
What’s next?
The district attorney’s office has not indicated whether charges will be filed against the trooper. The investigation will determine whether the use of force was justified under state law and department policy.
Community members are encouraged to stay informed through official updates from the Washington County State Police and the district attorney’s office.
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