Donora Man Charged With Criminal Homicide In Shooting

A Donora man has been charged with criminal homicide in connection with a fatal shooting early Thursday morning at his 6th Street home. The Washington County District Attorney’s Office says 23 year old Brian Harris fired a handgun at several individuals at the home. 34 year old Brandon Harrison of Masontown was struck and died from his injuries. District Attorney Eugene Vittone says a search warrant led to the discovery of 1,000 packets of heroin, multiple firearms and other drug trafficking materials. Harris faces charges of criminal homicide, possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver and tampering with evidence. He is being held in the Washington County Jail without bond. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for December 16. State Police continue to investigate.