3 police officers killed and 2 injured in rural Pennsylvania shooting

Three police officers died and two were critically injured during a domestic-related investigation in North Codorus Township, Pennsylvania, on Wednesday. The shooter was killed by police during the incident, which has drawn widespread condolences from law enforcement and community members. Governor Josh Shapiro described the day as “absolutely tragic and devastating,” highlighting the societal need to address violence. This incident stands as one of the deadliest days for police in Pennsylvania this century, echoing a 2009 ambush that killed three officers in Pittsburgh. The injured officers are currently in critical but stable condition at York Hospital.

Community members honored the fallen officers with flowers placed outside their police department headquarters. Authorities have not yet identified the shooter or the officers involved, citing an ongoing investigation. Shapiro emphasized the importance of improving mental health resources to prevent such tragedies.