In a tragic incident in North Codorus Township, Pennsylvania, three police officers were killed and two others critically injured during a shooting linked to a domestic-related investigation, authorities have confirmed.
Pennsylvania State Police Commissioner Colonel Christopher Paris reported that the shooter was fatally shot by police during the confrontation, which unfolded just after 2 PM local time (6 PM GMT).
Images from the scene depicted a police officer being airlifted in a medical helicopter, emphasizing the urgency of the situation.
As a precautionary measure, a nearby school district briefly went into lockdown; however, officials later confirmed that the school itself was not directly affected by the gunfire.
Authorities stressed that there was no ongoing threat to the public following the incident. The motivation behind the shooting remains under investigation, with police currently refraining from releasing detailed information.
Governor Josh Shapiro visited the scene to meet with the families of the fallen officers, stating, We grieve for the loss of life of three precious souls who served this county, served this commonwealth, served this country. He ordered flags across Pennsylvania to be flown at half-mast in honor of the deceased officers.
The tragedy occurred in a rural area approximately 100 miles west of Philadelphia, as part of a larger investigation that had begun the day prior. Shapiro highlighted the ongoing epidemic of violence, stating, This kind of violence is not OK; we need to do better as a society. FBI Director Kash Patel added that agents were on-site to assist local law enforcement in their efforts.
The community mourns the loss of these officers, reflective of a broader conversation on gun violence and public safety in the United States.
