On December 5, 2024, at approximately 11:49 p.m., 21-year-old Vanderlee Stevenson was fatally shot in Penn Hills, a suburb of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The incident occurred in the 200 block of Universal Road, where first responders found Stevenson suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was transported to a nearby hospital but was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
As authorities processed the crime scene, a second adult male arrived at a local hospital with a gunshot wound to his arm. He was reported to be in stable condition. The relationship between this individual and Stevenson, as well as the circumstances leading to the shooting, remain under investigation.
The Allegheny County Police Department is leading the investigation into Stevenson's death. As of now, no arrests have been made, and no suspects have been publicly identified. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact the County Police Tip Line at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. Callers can remain anonymous.
Stevenson was a resident of Penn Hills and is survived by his mother, Jami Allston, and his brother, Vanque Stevenson. He was preceded in death by his father, Vanderlee Stevenson III. A funeral service was held on December 21, 2024, at White Memorial Chapel in Pittsburgh.
The community has been urged to assist law enforcement by providing any information that could lead to the apprehension of those responsible for Stevenson's death. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities continue to seek leads to bring closure to this tragic event.
