New Kensington, Pa. – At approximately 12:30 p.m. on November 15, a SWAT team arrived on the scene of a private home located near the intersection of Catalpa Street and Leishman Avenue in Westmoreland County. Pittsburgh Action News 4 reported that New Kensington police officers were already on site when the tactical unit joined the response.
Police communication and entry
Witnesses heard officers using a megaphone to repeatedly ask occupants to exit the residence with their hands raised. The announcements did not specify whether one or multiple individuals were being addressed. Shortly after the commands, police entered the home. A popping sound was reported as they exited the building, though the source of the noise was not identified.
Authorities have not disclosed motive
Westmoreland County Dispatch has not confirmed the purpose of the SWAT deployment or the nature of the investigation. The agency declined to provide additional details, and the scene remained active at the time of reporting.
Ongoing coverage
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Original reporting: WTAE (Hearst) – local — read the source article.
