On the night of May 5, 2023, 16-year-old Dominic Sanner was fatally shot in Homestead, Pennsylvania. At approximately 11:27 p.m., Allegheny County police responded to reports of a shooting in the 100 block of East 17th Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered Sanner between two homes, suffering from a gunshot wound to the chest; he was pronounced dead at the scene.
The tragic incident occurred on the same day as Sanner's maternal grandmother's funeral, compounding the grief for his family. Described by those who knew him as a respectful and helpful young man, Sanner's untimely death has left a profound void in the community.
In the months following the shooting, the Allegheny County Police Department's Homicide Unit has continued to investigate the case. Detectives believe that Sanner was outside in the yard at a friend's home when the shooting occurred. Despite ongoing efforts, the case remains unsolved, with no arrests made or suspects publicly identified. Authorities have urged anyone with information to contact the County Police Tip Line at 1-833-ALL-TIPS, emphasizing that callers can remain anonymous.
The community remains hopeful that someone will come forward with information to bring justice for Dominic and closure for his grieving family. As the investigation continues, the impact of this young life lost is felt deeply among friends, family, and residents of Homestead.
