Crime
Three Officers Dead, Two Others Wounded While Serving Warrant in York County
NORTH CODORUS TOWNSHIP, PA — September 17, 2025 — A devastating shooting in York County has left at least three police officers dead and multiple others wounded after gunfire erupted during the service of a warrant Wednesday afternoon.
Authorities have confirmed that the suspect died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound at the scene.
The violent confrontation unfolded around 2:10 p.m. near 1879 Harr Road in North Codorus Township, a rural community located approximately 115 miles west of Philadelphia and near the Maryland border.
Officers from multiple agencies were serving a warrant when the suspect opened fire, striking at least five officers.
According to law enforcement officials briefed on the investigation, three officers are confirmed dead, while at least two others remain in grave condition.
Several medevac helicopters were deployed to airlift critically injured officers to trauma centers. WellSpan York Hospital confirmed it was treating multiple patients in serious condition, activating heightened security protocols.
Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. Austin Davis addressed the tragedy in a public statement, urging support for those affected:
“Please send prayers to the officers and those involved in the shooting in York County.”
The shooting prompted a shelter-in-place order across the Spring Grove School District. School officials emphasized that no students or staff were involved, but closures and lockdowns were implemented due to the ongoing police activity and road closures in the area.
The crime scene was described as a rural agricultural setting, surrounded by orchards and farmland.
Witnesses reported an overwhelming law enforcement presence as Pennsylvania State Police, York County Sheriff’s deputies, and EMS swarmed the area.
The Consulate of Mexico in Philadelphia released a statement confirming it was closely monitoring the incident, citing the region’s large population of migrant farm workers, many of them Mexican nationals.
The consulate urged residents to follow official safety instructions, though it did not provide additional details.
Authorities have not yet released the identity of the deceased officers or the suspect.
The York County Office of Emergency Management described the investigation as “ongoing and active,” urging the public to avoid the area in order to allow first responders to safely carry out their duties.
This tragedy comes just months after the UPMC Memorial Hospital shooting in February 2025, marking another heartbreaking chapter for York County.
“This is a dark day for law enforcement and our community,” one emergency management official said. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the fallen officers, the injured, and their families as we work to understand the full scope of this tragedy.”
CHICAGO — Authorities have launched an investigation following a fatal overnight shooting that occurred on the city’s South Side, leaving one man dead.
According to the Chicago Police Department, the incident took place shortly after 11:30 p.m. Tuesday in the 100 block of West 44th Street, within the Grand Boulevard neighborhood.
Officers were dispatched to the scene after receiving reports of gunfire and a person shot.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a 28-year-old man lying unresponsive on the ground with a gunshot wound to the head.
The victim was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.
Police have not yet released the identity of the victim, and the circumstances leading up to the shooting remain under investigation. No arrests have been made at this time.
Detectives from the CPD Area One unit are leading the investigation. Anyone with information is urged to contact Area One detectives at 312-747-8380 or call 911.
Anonymous tips can also be submitted online at CPDtip.com to assist investigators.