Authorities describe the case as “domestic‑related,” and said the officers were following up on an investigation that began the previous day.

Known Facts About the Victims

Here’s what is known so far about the victims: who they are (where possible), their condition, and which agencies are involved.

Category What We Know What Is Still Unknown / Under Investigation
Fatalities (Killed Officers) Three officers lost their lives when the suspect opened fire while serving the warrant. No public release yet of their names, ranks, departments (beyond general references), age, or length of service.
Injured Officers Two officers are critically injured and hospitalized at WellSpan York Hospital. They are in critical but stable condition. ( Identities, departments, personal information like family or experience, extent of injuries have not been released.
Which Agencies Four of the officers were from the Northern York Regional Police Department; the fifth was a York County sheriff’s deputy. It is not yet confirmed which of the killed or injured belonged to which specific agency. Also not clear whether all were full‑time, or their roles (patrol, warrant service unit, etc.).
Location & Time The shooting happened near Haar Road and Emig Road in North Codorus Township. The first 911 call came in around 2:10 PM Eastern Time. Exactly how the officers were positioned, the precise sequence of events, and whether any were able to radio for backup sooner or later are under investigation.

Read more: Who Is The Suspect in the York County Shooting Where 3 Officers Were Killed, 2 Are Critical?

3 officers dead, 2 injured after being shot while serving warrant in York County, Pa.
3 officers dead, 2 injured after being shot while serving warrant in York County, Pa.

Statements from Officials

  • Pennsylvania State Police Commissioner Christopher L. Paris confirmed five law enforcement officers were shot; three died, two are hospitalized. The suspect is also dead.

  • The warrant was connected to a domestic‐related investigation begun the previous day.

  • Governor Josh Shapiro described the day as “absolutely tragic and devastating for York County and the commonwealth of Pennsylvania.” He asked for prayers for the officers and families.

  • Authorities have said there is no ongoing threat to public safety.

What Is Not Known Yet — Why Names and Details Are Missing

  1. Next of kin notification – Standard practice is to delay naming victims until their families have been informed.

  2. Ongoing investigation – Law enforcement and district attorney’s offices typically hold back certain personal details until investigations (forensics, ballistics, search warrant execution) are sufficiently advanced to avoid misinformation.

  3. Privacy and respect – The identities, ages, and service histories are sensitive. They may be released later in official memorials or department statements.

  4. Coordination among agencies – Since multiple law enforcement agencies (Northern York Regional Police, York County Sheriff’s Office, State Police) are involved, there may be delays in confirming which officers from which agency are among the fallen and injured.

Hospital Lockdown & Response

  • WellSpan York Hospital, treating the two critically wounded officers, also went into lockdown briefly.

  • Hospital operations resumed under “enhanced security protocols” once the acute danger passed.

School District Lockdown & Aftermath

  • The Spring Grove School District, which includes six schools (K‑12), was ordered to shelter in place. All students and staff remained inside classrooms and school buildings, with exterior doors locked.

  • This measure was precautionary; school officials emphasized that students and school property were not involved in the incident.

  • The shelter‑in‑place order was lifted at 4:10 p.m. after law enforcement gave the “all clear.”

Victims in the York County Shooting: Who Are the Officers Killed and Wounded?
York County shooting: First details on Spring Grove suspect

Investigation Area & Law Enforcement Activity

  • The shooting occurred near the 1800 block of Haar Road, in North Codorus Township, at approximately 2:10 PM.

  • Multiple agencies responded: Pennsylvania State Police, Northern York Regional Police Department, York County Sheriff’s Office, fire departments, and emergency medical services.

  • The area around Haar Road and Emig Road was closed to the public for a period as investigators secured the scene and collected evidence.

Impacts & Community Reactions

  • Hospital status: The two injured officers are being treated at WellSpan York Hospital under critical but stable status. The hospital went into partial lockdown and enhanced security protocols.

  • Shelter‑in‑place orders: Schools in the Spring Grove Area School District were temporarily placed under shelter‑in‑place as a precaution. Later lifted.

  • Official involvement: Federal agencies including the FBI, ATF, and Pennsylvania state authorities are involved in the investigation.

Victims in the York County Shooting: Who Are the Officers Killed and Wounded?
A police officer is loaded into a Medevac helicopter after a shooting incident in York County's North Codorus Township

Conclusion

So far, the identities of the three officers who were killed, and the two who were critically wounded, have not been made public. The available facts confirm:

  • Three officers are deceased; two others are critically injured and stable.

  • Four officers were with Northern York Regional Police; one was a York County sheriff’s deputy.

  • The incident took place near Haar Road and Emig Road at about 2:10 PM during a warrant‑serving operation tied to a domestic‑related investigation.

The lack of personal details (names, backgrounds) is a common and understandable part of such early reporting. It helps ensure accuracy, respects privacy, and allows families to be notified properly.