Two Pennsylvania state troopers were wounded and a suspect was killed after a police chase ended in a gunfight in Franklin County on Wednesday evening.
According to authorities, the troopers were taken to a nearby hospital one in critical condition and the other in serious condition.
The incident began around 6 p.m. when troopers responded to reports of a retail theft at Dick’s Sporting Goods in Chambersburg, the Pennsylvania State Police said in a statement. The suspects fled the scene in a vehicle heading toward Interstate 81, prompting a pursuit. Troopers eventually deployed spike strips to disable the vehicle, bringing it to a stop off the road.
Police said two female suspects complied with orders and were taken into custody without incident. However, a male suspect opened fire on the troopers, striking two of them. Officers returned fire, fatally shooting the gunman.
Two Pennsylvania State Troopers Shot
Authorities have not released the names of the wounded troopers or the deceased suspect. The Pennsylvania State Police and the Franklin County District Attorney’s Office are investigating the shooting.
Franklin County, located in south-central Pennsylvania, has a population of about 155,000 residents and is home to the county seat of Chambersburg.
Two Pennsylvania State Troopers, Governor Josh Shapiro offered his support for the injured officers, writing on social media: “Pennsylvania’s law enforcement officers are the very best of us running toward danger every day to keep our communities safe. Lori and I are praying for their recovery.”
