Shooting investigation ends in stand-off in Bethlehem, police say

BETHLEHEM, Pa. (WPVI) -- Police with long guns surrounded a house on Bethlehem's south side Sunday afternoon.

Officers used bull horns to communicate with a person of interest during a standoff a house in the 1200 block of East 4th Street.

Chief Mark Diluzio said the 4th Street standoff is part of an investigation into a shooting that happened around 3 p.m. about a mile away in the 800 block of Argus Court.

Shooting investigation ends in stand-off in Bethlehem. Christie Ileto reports during Action News at 11 p.m. on May 5, 2019.

Investigators said the shooting started as an argument that spun out of control.

The victim was taken to the hospital with a police escort.

Two men were eventually taken into custody.

Officials said the victim is in serious condition.