Police: Woman found shot in car in Wilkinsburg
A woman was hospitalized in critical condition after being shot on Thursday afternoon while seated in her car in Wilkinsburg, Allegheny County Police reported.
Officers were dispatched around 4 p.m. for a shooting in the area of Pennwood Avenue and Rowland Connector.
Police said the 65-year-old victim was found with a gunshot wound to her lower back.
She was not the intended target, police said.
Officers reported two men wearing black clothing were seen fleeing the area on food. County homicide detectives are investigating.
No further information was released.
Anyone with information about the shooting should call the County Police Tip Line at 833-ALL-TIPS 833-255-8477. Callers can remain anonymous.Michael DiVittorio is a TribLive reporter covering general news in Western Pennsylvania, with a penchant for festivals and food. He can be reached at mdivittorio@triblive.com.
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