Crime Alerts

The suspect in an officer-involved shooting incident on the campus of Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) has been charged with aggravated assault and other counts and is currently lodged in the Indiana County Jail.

Cameron Held Raubaugh, 19, of Pittsburgh, PA was charged today with a felony count of aggravated assault and misdemeanor counts of possessing instruments of crime, simple assault, and false reports to law enforcement authorities.

Raubaugh was arraigned before Magisterial District Judge Guy B. Haberl and was remanded to the Indiana County Jail. Bail was denied.

In the course of this investigation, troopers learned that the incident began on October 29 at approximately 9:28 p.m. when Raubaugh himself called 911 to make a false report of an alleged robbery that did not occur. In his call to 911, Raubaugh reported that the suspect in the alleged robbery was in possession of a knife, was wearing all black clothing, and was currently in the stadium parking lot on the IUP campus. IUP police officers were then dispatched to the scene.

Upon the officers’ arrival to the area of the George P. Miller Stadium, a person, later identified as Raubaugh, was observed to be on foot, wielding a knife, and dressed in black clothing.

Raubaugh then ran toward one of the IUP police officers, who was also on foot. While he was wielding the knife, Raubaugh then charged at the officer and pushed the officer, causing the officer to fall.

During this encounter with Raubaugh, the officer fired one shot from their firearm and Raubaugh fled on foot.

Following a foot pursuit and Taser deployment, Raubaugh was taken into custody by a trooper and officers with the IUP University Police and the Indiana Borough Police Department in the area of 722 Grant Street in Indiana Borough.

During the apprehension of Raubaugh, a trooper observed that Raubaugh had a knife in his hand. He was also found in possession of a ski mask. The knife was subsequently recovered by an officer with the Indiana Borough Police Department.

No injuries were reported.

In the course of this investigation, it was determined that Raubaugh intentionally assaulted the IUP police officer while wielding the knife in an attempt to be shot by the officer.

A preliminary hearing is scheduled for November 8 at 2:15 p.m.

For more information on the Pennsylvania State Police, visit psp.pa.gov.

Reference CAD Number: PA2023-1409785; Investigating Officer: Tpr. Joshua Marsh

MEDIA CONTACT:  TFC. Cliff Greenfield, 724-357-1998 / Twitter: @PSPTroopAPIO

The Pennsylvania State Police is currently investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred on the campus of Indiana University of Pennsylvania in Indiana Borough, Indiana County.

There is no threat to the public and the suspect is in custody.

On October 29, 2023 at approximately 9:38 p.m., a police officer with the Indiana University of Pennsylvania Department of Public Safety and University Police was dispatched to a report of an alleged robbery near George P. Miller Stadium.

During an encounter with the suspect near the George P. Miller Stadium parking lot, the suspect brandished a knife and the officer subsequently discharged one round from their firearm.

No one was struck by the discharged round and the suspect fled on foot.

Troopers and officers with the Indiana Borough Police Department also responded to assist.

As the foot pursuit continued, a responding trooper apprehended the suspect following a Taser deployment.

There are no additional suspects and there is no threat to the public or to the IUP community.

Due to the incident having involved an officer-involved shooting, the Pennsylvania State Police was requested to assume the investigation.

Troopers are currently being assisted by the Indiana University of Pennsylvania Department of Public Safety and University Police, the Indiana Borough Police Department, and the Indiana County District Attorney’s Office.

Additional information will be released as appropriate.

For more information on the Pennsylvania State Police, visit psp.pa.gov.

Reference CAD Number: PA2023-1409785; Investigating Officer: Tpr. Joshua Marsh

MEDIA CONTACT:  TFC. Cliff Greenfield, 724-357-1998 / Twitter: @PSPTroopAPIO

October 11, 2023

White Township, PA – The Pennsylvania State Police Troop A Major Case Team today is providing an update regarding the ongoing investigation into a shooting that occurred on October 8, 2023 during a private party at the Chevy Chase Community Center in White Township, Indiana County.

As the result of extensive, ongoing investigative work by numerous law enforcement agencies and the Troop A Major Case Team, investigators believe that a confrontation occurred inside the building between several individuals and that other uninvolved persons in attendance were inadvertently struck by gunfire.

Whether or not the involved individuals were invited guests to the party remains under investigation.

In our effort to protect the integrity of the investigation, suspect information is currently being withheld as is the identity of the person or entity that rented the Chevy Chase Community Center.

Updated information pertaining to the known gunshot victims is as follows:

1. Jamar Montae Porterfield Herriot, Jr., 22, of Homestead, PA (deceased)
2. Male, 18, of Chicago, Illinois
3. Male, 18, of Arcadia, Florida
4. Male, 20, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
5. Male, 19, of Braddock, Pennsylvania
6. Male, 22, of Turtle Creek, Pennsylvania
7. Female, 19, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
8. Female, 23, of Pennsylvania (unconfirmed hometown)
9. Female, 19, of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

Due to safety concerns, the names of the victims are currently being withheld.

The 18-year-old male of Chicago, Illinois was last reported to be in critical condition, but is expected to survive.

The remaining seven victims were last reported to be in stable condition or have since been treated and released. 

As announced during a press conference on October 8 at Troop A, Indiana, Pennsylvania Crime Stoppers has offered a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to the identification and prosecution of the individuals responsible for this shooting.

In addition, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms is also offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the identification and prosecution of the individuals responsible for this shooting.

We continue to encourage anyone who was present at the Chevy Chase Community Center at the time of this incident or anyone with information to immediately contact Troop A, Indiana at 724-357-1960.

Anonymous tips may also be submitted via the Pennsylvania Crime Stoppers website, www.crimewatchpa.com/crimestoppers.

For more information on the Pennsylvania State Police, visit psp.pa.gov.

Reference CAD Number: PA2023-1316928; Investigating Officers: Troop A Major Case Team

MEDIA CONTACT:  TFC. Cliff Greenfield, 724-357-1998 / Twitter: @PSPTroopAPIO

October 9, 2023

White Township, PA – The Troop A Major Case Team is continuing to investigate a shooting that occurred today at approximately 12:35 a.m. at the Chevy Chase Community Center in White Township, Indiana County.

As of 10:00 a.m. today, troopers have confirmed that at least nine people were shot during this incident. One of those nine individuals was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The deceased individual has been identified as a 22-year-old male of Pittsburgh, PA. Next-of-kin notifications are pending.

The additional eight gunshot victims are identified as follows:

1. Male, 18, of Chicago, IL (critical condition)
2. Male, 18, of Florida (hometown unconfirmed)
3. Male, 20, of Pennsylvania (hometown unconfirmed)
4. Male, 19, of Pennsylvania (hometown unconfirmed)
5. Male, 22, of Pennsylvania (hometown unconfirmed)
6. Female, 19, of Pennsylvania (hometown unconfirmed) 
7. Female, 23, of Pennsylvania (hometown unconfirmed)
8. Female, 19, of Pennsylvania (hometown unconfirmed)

These eight gunshot victims are currently receiving treatment or were treated at the following area hospitals: Indiana Regional Medical Center, UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, UPMC Mercy Hospital, and Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center.

Some of the victims were treated and have since been released.

At this time, no suspects are in custody and we continue to urge anyone with information to immediately contact Troop A, Indiana at 724-357-1960. 

For more information on the Pennsylvania State Police, visit psp.pa.gov.

Reference CAD Number: PA2023-1316928; Investigating Officers: Troop A Major Case Team

MEDIA CONTACT:  TFC. Cliff Greenfield, 724-357-1998 / Twitter: @PSPTroopAPIO

October 8, 2023

The Troop A Major Case Team is investigating a mass shooting that occurred in Indiana County.

On October 8, 2023 at approximately 12:35 a.m., members of the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), local police departments, and EMS personnel responded to the Chevy Chase Community Center, 640 North 5th Avenue, in White Township upon report of a shooting.

Upon arrival, troopers, police officers, and first responders rendered aid to several individuals who had been shot.

Troopers have learned that at least six people were shot during this incident. One of those six individuals was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Victims were transported to Indiana Regional Medical Center and UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. At least two of the victims are believed to be in serious condition.

The shooting was reported to have occurred during a private party being held at the Chevy Chase Community Center.

At this time, the incident is under active investigation and no suspects are in custody.

Troopers urge anyone with information to immediately contact Troop A, Indiana at 724-357-1960.

Assisting agencies include the Indiana Borough Police Department, the Indiana University of Pennsylvania Department of Public Safety and University Police, Citizens’ Ambulance Service, the Indiana County District Attorney’s Office, and the Indiana County Coroner’s Office.

For more information on the Pennsylvania State Police, visit psp.pa.gov.

Reference CAD Number: PA2023-1316928; Investigating Officers: Troop A Major Case Team

MEDIA CONTACT: TFC. Cliff Greenfield, 724-357-1998 / Twitter: @PSPTroopAPIO