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Fatal Swissvale Shooting Probed

SWISSVALE (KDKA) -- Police are investigating a fatal Monday evening shooting in Swissvale.

According to police, the shooting happened in an alley near the 2300-block of Manor Avenue around 6 p.m.

The shooting victim has been identified as David Spahr, 51, of Elizabeth.  He was  shot in the face and pronounced dead at the scene.

Police initially believed it to be a suicide, but are now treating it is a homicide.

Police set up a perimeter in the area, but were unable to locate a suspect.

Neighbors told police that they heard two gunshots.

Stay with KDKA for the latest developments.

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