A 26-year-old woman was shot and killed outside Club Elegance on Braddock Avenue in Braddock, Pennsylvania, on April 18, 2026, shortly after two in the morning. In the same event, two more ladies suffered serious injuries.
The victim was identified as Quinn Venay by the Allegheny County Medical Examiner. Officers from the Allegheny County Police Department responded to the 800 block of Braddock Avenue, near the entrance to the nightclub, and found Venay deceased at the scene. The two surviving victims were transported to local hospitals with severe gunshot wounds and were listed in critical condition.
According to investigators, a small group of women had been standing on the sidewalk when an unknown gunman opened fire from across the street. One of the surviving victims sustained a chest wound that damaged her lung, fractured her ribs, and caused spinal injuries resulting in paralysis.
Another surviving victim was struck in the face by bullets and shrapnel. Doctors were unable to fully remove the fragments. The suspect fled immediately after the shooting, and as of this report, no arrests have been made.
Police have emphasized that Venay was not believed to be the intended target. Detectives are actively reviewing surveillance footage from the area, gathering witness statements, and analyzing forensic evidence to determine a motive. The Allegheny County Police Department has urged anyone with information about the shooting to contact the county police tip line at 1‑833‑255‑8477. Callers may remain anonymous.
Venay’s mother, Mia Merideth, described her daughter in a public statement as “so full of life, so giving, so caring, so loving.” She said Quinn had battled depression during her youth but had overcome those struggles in recent years. Venay found joy in raising her two daughters and pursuing her passions. She was a talented hairstylist, an accomplished baker, and an aspiring model. Friends and family remember her as someone who brought laughter into every room she entered.
The shooting has shaken the Braddock community, where residents have expressed growing concern about rising gun violence in Allegheny County. Local leaders have called for increased police presence and stronger safety measures around nightlife venues. Community members have also organized informal vigils and support gatherings for the victims’ families.
As the investigation continues, family and friends are mourning Quinn Venay’s loss while rallying around the two surviving victims as they recover from life‑altering injuries. No further details about the suspect or a possible motive have been released. The Allegheny County Police Department has stated that the investigation remains active and ongoing.