Investigators seeking information on person of interest in death of Rostraver woman

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April 15, 2025

Investigators seeking information on person of interest in death of Rostraver woman

Police are seeking help from area residents in tracing his whereabouts on the day of the murder.

By the MVI

Investigators said Monday they have identified a person of interest in the slaying of a woman last week in her Rostraver home.

Police said the body of Jennah M. Seibert, 24, was found Friday afternoon, the victim of an apparent shooting. On Monday, the Westmoreland County district attorney’s office said investigators believe Seibert’s vehicle was stolen from a home in Rostraver.

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