Officer Killed and Suicidal Gunman Neutralized in Hospital Shooting
A police officer was killed and five others wounded during a hostage situation at UPMC Memorial Hospital in Pennsylvania on Saturday.
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After reviewing surveillance footage and witness statements, it is absolutely clear and beyond any doubt that the officers acted lawfully in using deadly force.
1 officer dead, 5 others injured in shooting at Pennsylvania hospital
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The shooting is part of a wave of gun violence in recent years that has swept through U.S. hospitals and medical centers, which have struggled to adapt to the growing threats.
Officer killed by a shooter who took hostages at a central Pennsylvania hospital, officials say
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There have been several shooting incidents at medical centers and hospitals in recent years.
Police officer killed, five injured in Pennsylvania hospital shooting after gunman takes hostages
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The shooting is part of a wave of gun violence in recent years that has swept through US hospitals and medical centers, which have struggled to adapt to the growing threats.
Police officer killed amid shooting at Pennsylvania hospital
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The incident appears to have been specifically targeted at the ICU, Barker said.
Shooting incident confirmed at a Pennsylvania hospital
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Summary
On February 22, 2025, a gunman, Diogenes Archangel Ortiz, took staff hostage at UPMC Memorial Hospital in York, PA, resulting in the death of Officer Andrew Duarte and injuries to five others. The shooter, armed with a handgun and zip ties, was killed during a police response. Officials commend the police for their swift actions, ensuring no patients were harmed. This incident highlights a troubling trend of violence within healthcare settings across the U.S. An investigation is ongoing as authorities seek to uncover the motive behind the attack.
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