At least two state troopers were taken to the hospital after they were shot while responding to a call in Franklin County Wednesday night. WHAT WE KNOW: 2 Pa. state troopers shot, hospitalized 1 suspect injured Our sister station, WGAL, reported that Pennsylvania State Police confirmed the incident happened in southern Franklin County and that one of the suspects involved was also shot. Both troopers were taken to local area hospitals. The extent of their injuries has not been made public. Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro issued a statement on social media pertaining to the incident, saying, “Lori and I are praying for the two Pennsylvania State troopers shot in the line of duty in Chambersburg tonight. Pennsylvania’s law enforcement officers are the very best of us — running towards danger every day to keep our communities safe.”He continued, saying, “Please join me in praying for the injured troopers, their loved ones, and every member of the state police.”Pennsylvania State Troopers Association (PSTA) President Stephen Polishan also issued the following statement: “Please join the PSTA in praying for these brave troopers and their families. Each day, the men and women of the Pennsylvania State Police go to work prepared to give their last full measure. We can never thank them enough for their incredible bravery.”WGAL said travelers are asked to avoid the area of Exit 3 on the southbound side of Interstate 81 in Antrim Township. PennDOT cameras in the area show a major backup of traffic as of 9 p.m. Our sister station also said officials have stressed that there is no threat to the public, but the scene does remain active. The details on what led to the incident have not been made available, and it is unclear if anyone else was injured. This is a developing story. Download the WTAE app to stay connected with breaking news. Sign up for our email newsletters to get breaking news in your inbox.

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Pa. —

At least two state troopers were taken to the hospital after they were shot while responding to a call in Franklin County Wednesday night.

WHAT WE KNOW:

2 Pa. state troopers shot, hospitalized 1 suspect injured

Our sister station, WGAL, reported that Pennsylvania State Police confirmed the incident happened in southern Franklin County and that one of the suspects involved was also shot.

Both troopers were taken to local area hospitals. The extent of their injuries has not been made public.

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro issued a statement on social media pertaining to the incident, saying, “Lori and I are praying for the two Pennsylvania State troopers shot in the line of duty in Chambersburg tonight. Pennsylvania’s law enforcement officers are the very best of us — running towards danger every day to keep our communities safe.”

He continued, saying, “Please join me in praying for the injured troopers, their loved ones, and every member of the state police.”

Pennsylvania State Troopers Association (PSTA) President Stephen Polishan also issued the following statement:

“Please join the PSTA in praying for these brave troopers and their families. Each day, the men and women of the Pennsylvania State Police go to work prepared to give their last full measure. We can never thank them enough for their incredible bravery.”

WGAL said travelers are asked to avoid the area of Exit 3 on the southbound side of Interstate 81 in Antrim Township. PennDOT cameras in the area show a major backup of traffic as of 9 p.m.

Our sister station also said officials have stressed that there is no threat to the public, but the scene does remain active.

The details on what led to the incident have not been made available, and it is unclear if anyone else was injured.

This is a developing story.

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