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Suspect charged in Butler shooting

BUTLER, Pa. (KDKA) - An arrest warrant has been issued for a suspect wanted in connection with a shooting in Butler. 

Police said a neighbor told officers there was yelling and then a single shot fired on West New Castle Street around 2:30 a.m. on Feb. 5. 

Officers found the 43-year-old shot once through the shoulder. Police said he was taken to a Pittsburgh trauma center in stable condition with a non-life-threatening injury. 

An arrest warrant was issued for 27-year-old Michael Collins III from Youngstown. He's facing multiple charges, including criminal attempt homicide, burglary and aggravated assault.  

Butler police are asking anyone with information to contact Lt. Detective Rensel at 724-287-7743 x213.

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