A shooting occurred at UPMC Memorial Hospital in York County, Pennsylvania, resulting in injuries and the death of the gunman during a police confrontation. Governor Josh Shapiro confirmed he was en route to the scene, stating the hospital is secure and urging the public to follow local authorities’ guidance. Video footage showed chaos as people fled the hospital, prompting police to cordon off the area. Reports indicate two law enforcement officers and a nurse were injured, but no patients were harmed. The situation is ongoing, with local and federal law enforcement managing the aftermath.
Multiple shots were discharged at a hospital in central Pennsylvania, and the alleged gunman was reportedly killed during an encounter with law enforcement. This incident occurred at UPMC Memorial Hospital, where several individuals are said to have sustained injuries.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro stated, “I’ve been informed about the tragic shooting at UPMC Memorial Hospital in York County, and I am en route to the scene. The hospital is currently secure, and police officers are present, collaborating with our local and federal partners.”
I’ve been informed about the tragic shooting at UPMC Memorial Hospital in York County, and I am en route to the scene.
The hospital is now secure, and members of the @PAStatePolice and @PEMAHQ are responding on the ground alongside our local and federal partners.
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— Governor Josh Shapiro (@GovernorShapiro) February 22, 2025
“Please adhere to the instructions of local authorities and avoid the area. We will provide additional updates as they become available,” Mr. Shapiro added.
A viral video on social media depicts a police vehicle approaching the hospital with individuals fleeing the premises. Following the gunfire, the police cordoned off the area.
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Reports indicate that two law enforcement officers and a nurse were injured during the shooting.
The New York Times, citing a hospital official, stated, “A gunman was present at the hospital on Saturday, and shots were fired.” The hospital confirmed, “The facility is now secure, and the threat has been neutralized.”
UPMC Memorial officials in York reported that no patients were harmed and that the gunman is deceased, according to the Associated Press. They also mentioned that law enforcement agencies are on-site managing the situation.