2 Pa. State Police Troopers in Stable Condition after Shooting During Call
What to know
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Two Pennsylvania State Police troopers were shot Thursday while responding to a call near Thompson in Susquehanna County.
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Both troopers were rushed to local hospitals in stable condition.
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The scene remains active with road closures, and Gov. Josh Shapiro plans to respond in person.
Two Pennsylvania state troopers were shot Thursday morning in Susquehanna County, Gov. Josh Shapiro announced today during an unrelated event in Bucks County.
The troopers were responding to an incident on Route 171, about five miles north of the town of Thompson, state police said in a release.
“I want to begin on a sad note,” Shapiro told the crowd. “About an hour ago in Susquehanna County, two state troopers were shot. Lori and I are praying for the troopers.”
Shapiro described the scene as an “active situation.” He said he planned to travel to the area later today. Shapiro noted Col. Christopher Paris, the state police commissioner, was already on scene.
The troopers were both transported to local hospitals.
U.S. Rep. Rob Bresnahan said both troopers are “expected to be in stable condition,” in an official statement.
“My thoughts are with them and their families,” he said in the release. “Grateful for the bravery and dedication of our law enforcement.”
U.S. Sen. Dave McCormick said in a social media post that he was monitoring the developing situation. He also expressed empathy for the troopers who were shot.
“Dina and I are praying for our brave state troopers in Susquehanna County and monitoring the situation closely as more details emerge,” McCormick posted.
Law enforcement responded to the area in Thompson Township at about 11:30 a.m., according to scanner reports.
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