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One person charged in shooting death in Hazleton

One person charged in shootind death in Hazleton
One person charged in shootind death in Hazleton
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An early morning shooting in Hazleton left one man dead, and another charged with the killing. According to reports, Hazleton City Police say they responded around 1:30 A.M. Sunday morning for reports of multiple gunshots at a local bar and restaurant on the corner of 20th and Alter Streets The victim was later pronounced dead at a local hospital despite lifesaving efforts. With the help of witnesses and through an investigation, police identified 26-year-old Jose Sandoval Perez as the suspected shooter. Authorities say the gun Perez allegedly used was reported stolen from a nearby residence. Perez was arrested by Hazleton Police, and was charged with felony theft of a firearm, recklessly endangering another person, and carrying a firearm without a license. Perez was denied bail at his arraignment hearing. The incident remains an active investigation, and anyone with information is asked to contact police.