9 dead after shooting in northern Pennsylvania
Nine people perished in a shooting that occurred in Erie, Pennsylvania on Friday, Governor Josh Shapiro announced on Saturday. The suspect responsible for the shooting was also found dead, according to police reports. Erie Police Chief Rick Lorah expressed his shock at the incident, stating that he had never witnessed such loss of life during his 28-year tenure.
Lorah declined to provide further details but described the circumstances as "deeply disturbing." Governor Shapiro vowed to provide the city with his "full support" and Mayor Daria Devlin confirmed the death of the suspect and the absence of any threat to the public. Erie, located approximately 128 miles north of Pittsburgh, is currently grappling with the aftermath of this tragic event.
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