Three law enforcement officials died, while two more were injured in a shooting incident in Pennsylvania.
In a tragic turn of events, three law enforcement officers were fatally shot in Codorus Township, York County, Pennsylvania, on Wednesday afternoon. The shooting occurred while the officers were serving a warrant as part of a domestic investigation that had begun Tuesday.
The first 911 call came in from North Codorus Township at 2:10 p.m., initiating a frantic response from local authorities. As the situation unfolded, it became clear that the officers were facing a dangerous and volatile situation.
Dave Miller, a witness, reported hearing around 30 shots during the incident. Two other law enforcement officers were also wounded in the shooting. The suspect in the shooting, identified as Robert M. Williams, was also killed in the incident.
The two surviving officers are currently in critical but stable condition at WellSpan York Hospital. The identity of the suspect was not immediately released after the shooting, but it has since been confirmed as Williams.
In response to the tragedy, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro asked for prayers for the families of the slain officers. He called the day a tragic and devastating one for York County and the state. Shapiro stated that violence against law enforcement is not acceptable and that society needs to do better.
Shapiro spent time with the families of the officers and they expressed pride in their loved ones who served as law enforcement officers. Flags were ordered lowered to half-staff in honor of the slain officers.
Attorney General Pam Bondi offered the full support of the federal government in the investigation. The FBI and the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives are assisting in the ongoing investigation.
This incident marks the second time in almost seven months that a police officer in York County has been killed in the line of duty. Almost seven months prior, West York Patrolman Andrew W. Duarte was killed while responding to a hospital siege.
Shapiro emphasized the need for the community to come together in support of the law enforcement officers and their families during this difficult time. He encouraged everyone to remember the sacrifices made by these officers and to strive for a safer and more peaceful community.
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