Two Pennsylvania State Police troopers were shot Wednesday evening in Franklin County while responding to a call, Gov. Josh Shapiro said.
Officials in Harrisburg reported that troopers were dispatched to an incident on I-81 South in Antrim Township around 6.30 pm (local time).
State police said the officers exchanged gunfire with suspects, resulting in at least one suspect being shot. The total number of people involved in the incident remains unclear, as reported by CBS News .
In a social media post, Gov. Shapiro said he and his wife were praying for the troopers who "were shot in the line of duty in Chambersburg."
"Please join the PSTA in praying for these brave troopers and their families. Each day, the men and women of the Pennsylvania State Police go to work prepared to give their last full measure. We can never thank them enough for their incredible bravery," Pennsylvania state troopers association president Stephen Polishan said in a statement.
Pennsylvania state police are urging residents to avoid the area as the investigation continues on I-81 southbound at Exit 3 in Antrim Township.
"These Troopers showed the kind of bravery and selflessness that defines the Pennsylvania State Police. We're grateful they're receiving the care they need and pray for their full recovery. The PA FOP stands united in support of the injured Troopers, their families and all who serve with honor," Joseph Regan, the president of fraternal order of police state lodge said in a statement.
Officials in Harrisburg reported that troopers were dispatched to an incident on I-81 South in Antrim Township around 6.30 pm (local time).
State police said the officers exchanged gunfire with suspects, resulting in at least one suspect being shot. The total number of people involved in the incident remains unclear, as reported by CBS News .
In a social media post, Gov. Shapiro said he and his wife were praying for the troopers who "were shot in the line of duty in Chambersburg."
"Please join the PSTA in praying for these brave troopers and their families. Each day, the men and women of the Pennsylvania State Police go to work prepared to give their last full measure. We can never thank them enough for their incredible bravery," Pennsylvania state troopers association president Stephen Polishan said in a statement.
Pennsylvania state police are urging residents to avoid the area as the investigation continues on I-81 southbound at Exit 3 in Antrim Township.
"These Troopers showed the kind of bravery and selflessness that defines the Pennsylvania State Police. We're grateful they're receiving the care they need and pray for their full recovery. The PA FOP stands united in support of the injured Troopers, their families and all who serve with honor," Joseph Regan, the president of fraternal order of police state lodge said in a statement.
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