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Man shot in the face in Duquesne, arrest warrant issued

Man shot in the face in Duquesne
Man shot in the face in Duquesne 00:18

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- A man was taken to the hospital in critical condition after he was shot in the face in Duquesne. Allegheny County police say the shooting took place along Duquesne Place Drive just after 9 p.m. on Sunday night.

When officers arrived at the scene, they found a man who had been shot in the face.

According to Allegheny County police, an arrest warrant was obtained after detectives determined that 33-year-old Bradley Middlebrook was the person responsible for the shooting. 

Middlebrook is facing charges of aggravated assault, criminal attempt homicide and carrying a firearm without a license. At this time, Middlebrook is not in custody.

Police say Middlebrook is described as being a black male, approximately 160 lbs and is 5-foot-8 inches tall. He is known to frequent Duquesne and Braddock. Middlebrook is considered armed and dangerous. If seen, do not approach and call 9-1-1. 

Anyone with information concerning this incident is asked to call the County Police Tip Line 1-833-ALL-TIPS. Callers can remain anonymous.

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