Allegheny County

Female shot in the back in Pittsburgh’s Homewood North neighborhood overnight

PITTSBURGH — A female was taken to the hospital after being shot in Pittsburgh’s Homewood North neighborhood.

Allegheny County 911 said the incident happened at the intersection of Frankstown Avenue and Brushton Avenue.

Police said officers responded to a ShotSpotter alert around 2:40 a.m. and found a female with a gunshot wound to the back.

According to police, the victim was conscious and alert when speaking with responding units.

Police said she was taken to the hospital in stable condition.

The investigation is ongoing.