3 police officers dead, 2 wounded in York County Pennsylvania shooting; FBI investigating

Five police officers were shot and three were killed in a shooting in York County, Pennsylvania, on Wednesday, September 17, authorities said. The shooter, who has not yet been publicly identified, is dead, according to Pennsylvania State Police Commissioner Col. Christopher Paris.

Pennsylvania State Police are investigating the incident that occurred in North Codorus Township. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) are providing assistance to local authorities.

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and Attorney General Dave Sunday confirmed they were on their way to the scene in separate X posts. Attorney General Pam Bondi condemned the shooting, writing: "Violence against law enforcement is a scourge on our society and never acceptable. Pray for the officers involved."


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"Our prayers are with the officers, their families, and the entire York County community," FBI Director Kash Patel wrote in a statement.

Hospital treats two victims from Pennsylvania police shooting

WellSpan York Hospital confirmed to Fox News Digital it was treating two people related to the incident, but did not specify who the people are, saying only that they are in serious condition.

"Enhanced security protocols are in place at the hospital," spokesperson Maggi Barton wrote in a statement.

Community response and safety measures

The Spring Grove School District issued a shelter in place, noting the incident did not involve any of its schools or students. It was lifted shortly after 4 p.m., as authorities gave the "all clear."

The Consulate of Mexico in Philadelphia posted on X shortly after the incident, noting the Mexican community is "advised to follow official instructions." "The Consulate is monitoring the incident that occurred this afternoon in North Codorus Township, Pennsylvania," the consulate wrote in the post. "The Mexican community is advised to follow official instructions." Officials noted if "consular assistance is required," they set up a hotline.

It is unclear how the Mexican community may be connected to the incident.