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'We've Noticed An Increase In Shootings:' Police Investigate House Party Shooting That Left One Dead

By: KDKA-TV News Staff

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - Three men were shot at a party in Knoxville and one was found dead inside the home.

According to dispatch, the call came in just after 8:30 p.m.

Police say that one man was shot in the back and transported to the hospital in critical condition.

The third man was able to take himself to the hospital.

According to Pittsburgh Police's Public Information Officer, police have taken notice of an uptick in shootings.

"We've noticed an increase in shootings and right now, we don't know specifically what's going on," he said. "Police do take this matter seriously and we're trying to stop this."

At this time, no suspects have been named and police are interviewing witnesses.

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