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Police: Wilkinsburg man facing charges after shooting at officers

A Wilkinsburg man is facing charges after police said he shot at officers after committing a burglary Sunday morning.

Police said Randall Hockett, 32, was wounded in an “exchange of gunfire” with officers near a residence in the 1800 block of Clark Street in Wilkinsburg, and Hockett allegedly burglarized that home.

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Officers responded to calls regarding the burglary around 3 a.m. Sunday, according to a release. Police said a gunshot had been fired at that location before they arrived on scene.

Hockett was transported to a local hospital and underwent surgery because of his injuries, police said. He is in stable condition.

Police said Hockett is under guard and will be charged with burglary and two counts of aggravated assault, among other charges.

Police are currently investigating the incident.