Pittsburgh, PA, September 12, 2026 — In Pittsburgh’s Sheraden neighborhood, a 19-year-old individual identified as Jayon Pridgen was apprehended by Pittsburgh SWAT and police officers. The arrest took place on Pritchard Street.

Pridgen was reportedly sought by authorities in connection with an armed carjacking incident that occurred in Chartiers City. Additionally, he faced a prior charge for simple assault.

Following the arrest, law enforcement officials reported that further charges were filed against Pridgen. These additional charges are said to stem from the alleged discovery of a ghost gun by police during the course of the apprehension or related investigation. The specifics regarding the date of the arrest, the exact nature of the simple assault charge, or the precise details of the carjacking incident were not provided.

The term “ghost gun” typically refers to a firearm that lacks a serial number and is often assembled from parts. The possession or distribution of such firearms can carry significant legal penalties, depending on jurisdiction and specific circumstances.

Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the sequence of events leading to the arrest or the specific offenses associated with the alleged ghost gun. The investigation is ongoing, and Pridgen is expected to face proceedings related to all alleged charges.



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