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Suspect wanted for deadly Strip District shooting taken into custody

By Mike Darnay

/ CBS Pittsburgh

CBS News Pittsburgh

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- A man wanted in connection with a deadly Strip District shooting is now behind bars.

Pittsburgh Police say that 33-year-old Jeffdyn Rushton was arrested following a traffic stop in Penn Hills.

Pittsburgh Police

Rushton was wanted by police for a deadly shooting that occurred on June 26 in the Strip District. 

Police say Rushton is facing numerous charges, including criminal homicide, aggravated assault, and firearms charges.

Rushton is being held in the Allegheny County Jail. 

Mike Darnay

Mike Darnay is a digital producer and photojournalist at CBS Pittsburgh. Mike has also written and produced content for Vox Media and the Mon Valley Independent. He often covers overnight breaking news, the Pittsburgh Steelers and high school sports.

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