A Pennsylvania State police officer was shot dead and another seriously injured after a man opened fire in broad daylight
- A Pennsylvania state police officer was killed in a shootout with a man on Saturday
- The suspect also died and a police officer was taken to hospital with serious injuries
A Pennsylvania state police officer was killed in a shootout with a man hours after the suspect opened fire on another officer.
The first soldier was shot and seriously injured around 12:45 p.m. Saturday in Mifflintown, a small town in central Pennsylvania, and was hospitalized, according to state police.
About two hours later, the suspect was found in Walker Township, about thirty miles north, and another shootout ensued.
The suspect and police officer were both killed in the ensuing shootout and police said their identities will be released later.
A Pennsylvania state police officer was killed in a shootout with a man hours after he opened fire on another officer
Police are investigating the scene of the second shooting in Pennsylvania on Saturday
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro wrote on Twitter that he had spent some time in the hospital and that the first soldier was in stable but critical condition.
Col. Christopher Paris of the state police was also at the hospital where the injured soldier was being treated, state police said. Her current condition is unknown.
Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry also issued a statement expressing condolences.
“Our brave police officers fight every day to protect Pennsylvania communities.” As Attorney General, you know my office is with you,” she said.
The suspect’s pickup truck can be seen in the middle
Officials said Saturday night there was no danger to the public.
The incident came about a week after Pennsylvania state police officers shot and killed an 18-year-old street racer who authorities say hit them after refusing to stop.
One of the officers then shot the car, hitting Anthony Allegrini Jr., who died at the scene on I-95.
The Philadelphia District Attorney’s office is still investigating, but the Pennsylvania state police are not equipped with body-worn cameras, the Philadelphia Enquirer reported Thursday.