Woman shot in leg during bar fight on South Side

A woman is currently recovering in the hospital following a shooting incident that occurred early Saturday morning on the South Side of Pittsburgh. The incident took place just after 1 a.m. when police officers, who were patrolling the area, heard gunfire in the 1100 block of East Carson Street. Upon their arrival, they discovered the woman had sustained a gunshot wound to her lower leg. Fortunately, she was conscious and able to communicate with both the officers and medical personnel at the scene. Witnesses reported that the altercation began inside a bar, involving several men, and escalated into the street where one individual brandished a firearm. This individual fired multiple shots, resulting in the woman being injured. After the shooting, the suspect fled the scene towards South 10th Street, prompting a swift response from law enforcement. Police were able to locate and apprehend the suspect shortly after the incident. The authorities are currently in the process of gathering evidence and witness statements to build a case against the shooter. Charges against the individual are anticipated to be filed in the near future. This incident highlights the dangers associated with bar fights spilling into public spaces, where innocent bystanders can become victims of violence. The community is left shaken by the event, and it raises concerns about safety in nightlife areas on the South Side.