New Castle man arrested in connection with McKeesport shooting – WPXI

Sykes is accused of shooting a man who was found with gunshot wounds to the leg and abdomen in a vehicle on Marshall Drive at 7:03 p.m. Sunday. The man was taken to a hospital and is in critical condition.

Allegheny County police said Vance Sykes was found nearby. He had also been shot.

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According to police, witnesses said that Sykes got into an argument with the victim found in the car during a barbecue. During the argument, Sykes allegedly pulled out a gun and fired several shots.

He is accused of attempted murder, grievous bodily harm and carrying a firearm without a permit.

The investigation is ongoing.

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