After search, suspect arrested in connection with Homestead shooting
HOMESTEAD, Pa. (KDKA) -- A man wanted in connection with a fatal shooting in Homestead has been taken into custody.
A man was injured in a shooting along West Street just before 3:30 a.m. on Jan. 17. Allegheny County police said the victim was found shot in the back. He was taken to the hospital and was last listed in stable condition.
Detectives said they determined the suspect broke into the home by kicking in a side door then fought with the victim. During the fight, a single gunshot was fired, hitting the victim in the back, police said.
Through surveillance video and witness interviews, detectives said they identified 60-year-old Evan Hughes of Wilkinsburg as the suspect. On Friday, police said they were actively looking for Hughes and asked anyone with information to call the county police tipline. In an update, police later said he was taken into custody on Monday morning.
Update: Evan Hughes was taken into custody this morning. Thank you to all who shared.
Posted by Allegheny County Police Department on Monday, January 22, 2024
Hughes is facing multiple charges, including aggravated assault and burglary.