Allegheny County Police Department

06/01/2026

UNSOLVED HOMICIDE INVESTIGATIONS

At 4:47 pm on November 21, 2022, County 9-1-1 was notified of a shooting in the 500 block of Holmes Street in Wilkinsburg. Responding officers discovered an adult male shot multiple times on the front porch of a home. The victim, later identified as 40-year-old Walter Sloan, died at the scene.

Detectives were able to locate surveillance video which captured the incident. In these videos, two males are observed walking on Holmes Street. Moments later, both males stopped at the porch where Walter was standing and opened fire. More than a dozen shots were fired. At this point, detectives have not been able to identify the two men responsible for the shooting and continue to ask for the community’s help.

Anyone with information on Walter’s death is asked to call the County Police Tip Line at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. Callers can remain anonymous.

06/01/2026

05/29/2026

Congratulations Sgt. Gerlach!

This morning, Superintendent Kearns administered the oath of office officially promoting detective Darren Gerlach to Sergeant. Sgt. Gerlach has served with the ACPD for 12 years, most recently as a homicide detective.

Sgt. Gerlach will now be joining our leadership team at South Park!

05/29/2026

The Allegheny County Police Department's Homicide Unit and Collision Reconstruction Unit responded to a request for assistance in Sharpsburg.

At 3:26 pm this date, County 9-1-1 was notified of a two vehicle crash at the intersection of 18th Street and Main Street. First responders found an adult male victim. The victim was taken to an area hospital where he was pronounced deceased. Detectives are initiating the investigation. Preliminary information shows the victim driving a pickup truck had a medical emergency and went through the intersection striking a telephone pole. The victim’s vehicle was then struck by another vehicle.

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

The initial information contained herein is subject to change. If further information becomes available, it will be provided via social media.

05/28/2026

Update: Body was taken into custody without incident this evening and transported to the Allegheny County Jail. Thank you to all who shared.

Update: Body was taken into custody without incident this evening (5/27) and transported to the Allegheny County Jail. Thank you to all who shared.

Original Release:
County Police have filed charges in connection with a hit and run in Pitcairn.

At 9:17 pm on May 21, County 9-1-1 was notified of a vehicle striking a pedestrian in the 400 block of Broadway Boulevard. First responders found an adult female struck and the striking vehicle fled the area. The victim was taken to an area hospital in critical condition. The Allegheny County Police Department’s Homicide Unit was requested and detectives initiated an investigation.

Through evidence recovered at the scene and multiple surveillances videos, detectives identified the vehicle involved as a Kia Optima. Detectives were able to utilize multiple investigative techniques to identify the vehicle and driver as 22-year-old Patrick Body. After consultation with the district attorney’s office, Body is facing multiple charges to include aggravated assault by vehicle, accidents involving death or personal injury, and failure to stop and render aid.

At this time, County Police have not been able to locate Body and are asking for the community’s help. Body is described as 6’3” tall and his last known address is in Monroeville. Anyone with information on Body’s whereabouts is asked to call the County Police Tip Line at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. Callers can remain anonymous.

05/28/2026

5/28 Update: County Police have charged 32-year-old Niko Hostler of Verona with criminal homicide. He is currently lodged in the Allegheny County Jail.

Original Release:
The Allegheny County Police Department's Homicide Unit responded to a request for assistance in Springdale Township.

At 5:09pm this date, County 9-1-1 was notified of a shooting in the 200 block of School Street, Oaks Towing. First responders found an adult male shot multiple times. The victim was taken to an area hospital where he was pronounced deceased. Detectives are initiating the investigation. Preliminary information shows a verbal argument escalated into a physical confrontation between two employees. During the physical confrontation the suspect shot the victim multiple times. Everyone involved has been identified. Detectives will consult with the District Attorney’s Office for a charging decision.

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

The initial information contained herein is subject to change. If further information becomes available, it will be provided via social media.

05/27/2026

Update: Body was taken into custody without incident this evening (5/27) and transported to the Allegheny County Jail. Thank you to all who shared.

Original Release:
County Police have filed charges in connection with a hit and run in Pitcairn.

At 9:17 pm on May 21, County 9-1-1 was notified of a vehicle striking a pedestrian in the 400 block of Broadway Boulevard. First responders found an adult female struck and the striking vehicle fled the area. The victim was taken to an area hospital in critical condition. The Allegheny County Police Department’s Homicide Unit was requested and detectives initiated an investigation.

Through evidence recovered at the scene and multiple surveillances videos, detectives identified the vehicle involved as a Kia Optima. Detectives were able to utilize multiple investigative techniques to identify the vehicle and driver as 22-year-old Patrick Body. After consultation with the district attorney’s office, Body is facing multiple charges to include aggravated assault by vehicle, accidents involving death or personal injury, and failure to stop and render aid.

At this time, County Police have not been able to locate Body and are asking for the community’s help. Body is described as 6’3” tall and his last known address is in Monroeville. Anyone with information on Body’s whereabouts is asked to call the County Police Tip Line at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. Callers can remain anonymous.

05/26/2026

Update: The individual involved in this incident was pronounced deceased at the hospital. Any further identifying information will be provided by the Allegheny County Office of the Medical Examiner.

Original Release:
County Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting in Wilkinsburg.

At 4:21 pm on this date, County 9-1-1 was notified of an officer-involved shooting near the intersection of Swissvale Avenue and Ross Avenue. Preliminary information indicates a Wilkinsburg police officer was patrolling the area when he encountered an adult male with a gun in the 1000 block of Ross Avenue.

According to witnesses, the male approached the police vehicle armed with a handgun. The officer exited the vehicle and made numerous commands for the male to drop the weapon. The officer then opened fire a short time later, striking the male in the chest. The male was transported to an area hospital in critical condition.

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

The initial information contained herein is subject to change. If further information becomes available, it will be provided via social media.

05/26/2026

: County Police are responding to an officer-involved shooting in Wilkinsburg near the intersection of Swissvale Avenue and Ross Street. The scene is secure at this time. More information to follow.

05/26/2026

Update: County Police have charged 30-year-old Destinee Barron in connection with this incident. Barron is facing multiple charges to include attempted homicide and aggravated assault.