MOON TOWNSHIP, Pa. — A man stabbed and killed along the Montour Trail on Monday was a Liquor Enforcement Officer for Pennsylvania State Police.
>> Man dies after stabbing on Montour Trail, police looking for owner of bicycle found near scene
Emergency crews were called to the trail near Hassam Road just before 3 p.m.
Once on scene, first responders found the man suffering from a stab wound. The victim, later identified as Benjamin Brallier, 44, was taken to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.
Anthony Quesan, 25, was charged with homicide early Tuesday morning.
A bike found near the scene is believed to be Quesan’s, police said. It is being processed for evidence.
Colonel Christopher Paris, PSP Commissioner, sent Channel 11 the following statement:
“The Pennsylvania State Police is heartbroken to confirm the tragic loss of one of our own, dedicated Liquor Enforcement Officer Benjamin Brallier, who was fatally stabbed while off-duty yesterday. With over 20 years of service, he was an exemplary officer and a devoted father and husband.”
Allegheny County police continue to investigate.
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