Teen shot in Monessen flown to Pittsburgh hospital

MONESSEN, Pa. — A teen was flown to a hospital after being shot in Westmoreland County on Tuesday afternoon.

Monessen Police Chief David Yuhasz tells Channel 11 that a 16-year-old was shot along Rostraver Street near Linden Avenue. A 911 official says first responders were sent to the area after 4 p.m. for a report of shots fired.

That teen was flown to UPMC Children’s Hospital in Pittsburgh.

The boy’s mom tells us that he was shot in the head, but is responding to doctors. She and the rest of the family are asking for prayers.

The Westmoreland County District Attorney’s Office says someone is in custody.

Monessen School District Superintendent Robert Motte says the shooting took place near an elementary school. As a result, the district plans to have students learn remotely on Wednesday.

“We will continue to monitor the situation closely and reassess conditions tomorrow. Updates will be shared with families as soon as possible,” Motte wrote.

It wasn’t immediately clear if the teen shot is a Monessen School District student.

Tonight on 11 at 11, we hear from the boy’s mom about his injuries.

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