Two Pennsylvania State Police troopers had been shot Thursday morning in a growing incident in Susquehanna County, prompting an pressing response from state officers.The incident occurred alongside Route 171 close to the village of Thomson, about 40 miles north of Scranton, in line with state police spokesperson Trooper Logan T Brouse.Governor Josh Shapiro addressed the capturing whereas talking at an occasion exterior Philadelphia.“About an hour in the past in Susquehanna County, two state troopers had been shot. Lori and I are praying for these troopers,” Shapiro mentioned, as quoted by AP. “I need you to know I’ve communicated with Col Paris. He’s on the scene. It’s an lively state of affairs and on the conclusion of this occasion I plan to move there myself.”Colonel Christopher Paris, who leads the Pennsylvania State Police, is presently on the scene of the capturing.Authorities haven’t but launched details about the situation of the troopers or the circumstances surrounding the capturing.Senator Dave McCormick additionally acknowledged the state of affairs on social media X, providing assist for the troopers concerned.“Dina and I are praying for our courageous state troopers in Susquehanna County and monitoring the state of affairs carefully as extra particulars emerge,” McCormick posted.The investigation stays ongoing.
