Clairton shooting under investigation in Allegheny County

A man was shot in the leg after a “shootout” on Marion Circle in Clairton, Allegheny County police said Thursday. Watch the breaking news from Clairton in the video above. Police said the man was one of three men involved in the shooting, which occurred in the 1100 block of Marion Circle. “I’m trying to protect myself and my mother,” said Jeremiah Lee, who was at his home nearby on Wylie Avenue when the shots rang out. “I don’t care what happened. I’m trying to protect us.” Lee said he heard about 30 to 35 gunshots in total. Allegheny County police confirmed the three men were “detained” and there is no further threat to the public. Police said investigators will work with prosecutors to determine appropriate charges. Police also confirmed a dog was struck and killed by gunfire during the shooting. County police detectives are investigating. Multiple police agencies assisted in the response, including Clairton and McKeesport police and county sheriff’s deputies. This story is becoming more and more current. Stay up to date with Pittsburgh’s Action News 4. Download the WTAE app to stay up to date with breaking news. Sign up for our email newsletters to get breaking news delivered directly to your inbox.