Law enforcement officer thwarts ambush, firefight resulting in suspect's demise; governor praises trooper for potentially life-saving actions.
Headline: Bravery and Resilience in the Line of Duty: Pennsylvania Troopers Save Lives During Ambush Shooting
In a harrowing incident in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania State Trooper Joseph Perechinsky demonstrated unwavering bravery and quick thinking, saving the life of his partner, Trooper William Jenkins, during an ambush shooting.
The incident occurred while Trooper Perechinsky and Trooper Jenkins were responding to a welfare check. Upon arrival, they were immediately fired upon by a gunman, who had previously killed a neighbor. Despite both their patrol cars being riddled with bullets, Trooper Perechinsky managed to place a tourniquet on Trooper Jenkins, a decision that likely saved his partner's life.
The gunman was later killed in the incident, but the details of his demise are not explicitly stated. Both troopers are currently recovering from serious injuries at Geisinger Community Medical Center in Scranton. Governor Josh Shapiro visited Trooper Perechinsky and his family at the hospital, noting the emotional and supportive environment, including the presence of Perechinsky’s police chief father and his girlfriend, who is also a trooper.
Governor Shapiro praised Trooper Perechinsky for his actions, stating that they exemplify the best of the Pennsylvania State Police. He also expressed gratitude towards the doctors and nurses at Geisinger, calling them "extraordinary." The Governor acknowledged that the work of healthcare providers often goes unnoticed in society and thanked the entire Geisinger family for their contributions to the community.
Trooper Jenkins is expected to be visited by Governor Shapiro after the press conference. The incident marks the fifth and sixth shooting of a state trooper during Shapiro and Col. Paris's time in their roles. The Commonwealth is indebted to Trooper Perechinsky and Trooper Jenkins for their actions, which not only saved their own lives but potentially those of community members as well.
New York State Police assisted on the scene, along with other local departments from both Pennsylvania and New York. Governor Shapiro spent time with Trooper Perechinsky and his family at the hospital, describing the atmosphere as uplifting and spiritual. He thanked the entire Geisinger family for their contributions to the community and emphasised that the state police are not facing this incident alone.
[1] Pennsylvania State Police confirm no threat to community after shooting of two troopers [2] Governor Josh Shapiro visits injured trooper at hospital [3] Pennsylvania State Police troopers shot in ambush incident in Susquehanna County recovering from injuries
- In the midst of general-news and crime-and-justice headlines, Governor Josh Shapiro commended Pennsylvania State Trooper Joseph Perechinsky for his bravery during an ambush shooting in Susquehanna County, citing his actions as exemplifying the best of the Pennsylvania State Police.
- As the Commonwealth grapples with the aftermath of the ambush shooting on its state troopers, Governor Shapiro emphasized the support from New York State Police and other local departments, noting that they are not facing this challenging situation alone in the realm of politics.
