Crime
West York Borough Police Officer Andrew Duarte killed in UPMC Memorial Hospital shooting
West Manchester Township, PA – A West York Borough Police officer was killed in the line of duty, and the gunman is deceased following an active shooter situation at UPMC Memorial Hospital on Saturday morning, February 22, 2025.
The York County Office of Emergency Management reported that the first 911 call regarding an active threat at the hospital was received at 10:43 a.m. Law enforcement agencies, including Pennsylvania State Police and local authorities, immediately responded to the scene.
Ted Czech, Public Information Officer for York County 911, confirmed that the threat was neutralized, and the situation is now under investigation.
The West York Borough Police Department announced the tragic death of Officer Andrew Duarte, who was fatally shot while responding to the incident.
The department issued the following statement on social media:
“We are heartbroken to report the loss of Officer Andrew Duarte, who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving and protecting our community. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, fellow officers, and all those impacted by this tragedy.”
York County Coroner Pam Gay confirmed that her office has been notified of the incident but has not released further details.
Pennsylvania State Police issued a statement confirming:
“At this time, the shooter is deceased, and there is no danger to the public.”
Authorities have not yet provided details on the suspect’s identity, possible motives, or additional casualties.
A UPMC Memorial Hospital spokesperson provided an update on hospital operations, stating:
“We have received confirmed reports of a gunman at UPMC Memorial and shots fired. The gunman is deceased, and no patients have been injured. The hospital is now secure. Law enforcement remains on site and is managing the situation. Employees who are not scheduled to work today should stay home. A hotline has been established at (717) 849-5338 or (717) 849-5334 for families of patients seeking information. Families arriving at the hospital should report to the parking lot of the OSS building across the street.”
Authorities have established a hotline for any patients, employees, or visitors affected by the incident. Those seeking information can call (717) 849-5338 or (717) 849-4334.
A press conference will be scheduled at a later time to provide additional details.
This remains a developing investigation, and updates will be provided as they become available.
Crime
5 dead including 3 children in Silver Rail Elementary shooting in Bend, teenage shooter killed by a Good Samaritan
BEND, Ore. — Five people were reportedly killed in a shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in southeast Bend, Oregon, on Thursday, October 15, 2026, including three children, one adult victim, and the teenage suspect, according to preliminary information attributed to federal law enforcement.
The reported shooting prompted a major emergency response involving police, fire crews, and emergency medical services.
Authorities issued an alert at approximately 1:17 p.m., warning of a large police presence at the elementary school and urging the public to avoid the area.
According to the information provided, four victims were killed at the school. Three of those victims were children, while the fourth was an adult. The suspected gunman, described in preliminary reports as a teenager, was also reported dead, bringing the reported total to five fatalities.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting, including the identities of the victims and the suspect, had not been fully established in the information available.
Preliminary reports indicated that the suspected gunman was a teenager and was killed after being confronted by a Good Samaritan.
Earlier scanner traffic reportedly indicated that the suspect had been neutralized. Unconfirmed reports suggested that the individual who intervened may have been a father of a student at the school.
However, authorities had not publicly confirmed all the circumstances surrounding the confrontation or independently verified the reported identity and role of the person who intervened.
Investigators are expected to examine the sequence of events leading up to the shooting, how the suspect was stopped, and whether the suspect acted alone.
The first police alert was issued at approximately 1:17 p.m. Thursday. It described a large police presence at Silver Rail Elementary School and instructed the public to stay away from the area.
Fire and emergency medical services personnel were seen responding near the school as authorities worked to address the reported threat and assist those affected.
The shooting prompted urgent concern among families and the surrounding community, particularly after reports indicated that children were among the victims.
Approximately 10 minutes after the initial alert, police announced a reunification site for students and their families at Journey Church, located at 61303 S. Highway 97 in Bend, near Goodwill and Dairy Queen.
Parents and guardians were instructed to go to the designated location to reunite with students and receive further information.
Authorities urged families to follow official instructions and avoid approaching the school while emergency operations continued.
The reported shooting also prompted precautionary security measures at nearby schools. Parents received alerts indicating that Caldera High School and Jewell Elementary School had been placed on lockdown Thursday afternoon.
The lockdowns were reported as law enforcement responded to Silver Rail Elementary and worked to secure the surrounding area.
Further information was needed to establish how long the lockdowns remained in effect and when normal school operations resumed.
Although preliminary information indicated five deaths, including three children, one adult victim, and the teenage suspect, additional official confirmation is needed regarding the victims’ identities, the suspect’s identity, and the circumstances of the shooting.
The reported involvement of a Good Samaritan also requires confirmation from investigators.
This remains a developing story. Further details should be added as law enforcement and school officials release verified information about the shooting and the investigation.