Second man fatally shot Monday

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Police are investigating Monday’s second fatal shooting that left a 58-year-old man dead. Petros Gurmessa Amessa, of Northeast, was found suffering from an apparent gunshot wound Monday night. Amessa was taken to the hospital for treatment where he died from his injuries.

Police have not yet released any information regarding suspects.