A Pullman man died last night in what police believe to be a gang-related shooting. After Police responded to reports of gunshots at 2400 block of SE 19th Ave., around 11:45 Friday morning, officers found three people with gunshot wounds. One man, Donald J. Connelly, 21, was declared dead at the scene. The two other individuals were transported to the hospital.
Connelly was unemployed and court records show a history of drug-related offenses. The other two victims have not yet been identified for safety reasons.
“This horrific shooting emphasizes the need for more cops on the street," said Pullman Police Commander Frank Murray, "We need this to stop."
Karen Potts, an artist who lives in the neighborhood, said she thought she heard fireworks but when she saw a guy running she was able to put two and two together. Potts said she was able to get a good luck at the shooter.
Police have identified the suspect as a white male, 5-foot-11, 165 pounds, and wearing a Huskies sweatshirt.
Detective Calvin Anderson said police raided a home in south Pullman and recovered a gun they believe was used in the shooting. The suspect, however, was not home. Police are continuing their investigation.
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