Two Pennsylvania State Troopers were seriously injured, and a suspect is deceased following a shooting incident that unfolded late Thursday morning in Susquehanna County.

According to authorities, Troopers Joseph Perechinsky and William Jenkins were dispatched to conduct a welfare check along Route 171 in Thompson Township at approximately 11:00 a.m.

Upon arrival, the troopers were met with gunfire from a suspect armed with a rifle.

Both troopers sustained serious injuries in the exchange.

Emergency crews responded swiftly, and both Trooper Perechinsky and Trooper Jenkins were airlifted to a local hospital, where they remain in stable condition as of Thursday evening.

The suspect was subsequently shot and killed at the scene by law enforcement.

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His identity has not yet been released, and the circumstances surrounding the confrontation remain under investigation.

Governor Josh Shapiro, speaking during a scheduled event in Bucks County, confirmed the shooting and later visited Trooper Perechinsky at Geisinger Community Medical Center in Scranton.

The governor commended Perechinsky’s heroic actions, stating that he saved lives during the encounter—including that of his fellow trooper, Jenkins.

Governor Shapiro noted that Trooper Perechinsky is in good spirits and recovering with his family by his side.

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He also announced plans to visit Trooper Jenkins, though the specific hospital where Jenkins is being treated has not been disclosed at this time.

A press briefing with additional details is expected to be held at the Pennsylvania State Police Barracks in Dunmore later this evening.

The investigation is ongoing, with state authorities continuing to process the scene and gather information.