Eight victims killed in Pennsylvania home shooting, gunman dies
Eight people, including two children, were shot dead in a home in Erie, Pennsylvania, and the suspected gunman died from a self-inflicted wound, authorities said.
Police responded to reports of a man firing a gun on a street in Erie, Pennsylvania, on Friday afternoon. Witnesses said the shooter entered a residence after two women were found dead outside. Officers surrounded the house and ordered the suspect to exit, but additional gunshots were heard. When police entered, they discovered eight victims inside and the gunman, who had a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
The mayor's office confirmed nine deaths, including the gunman's, in a statement on Saturday. Erie Police Chief Rick Lorah said investigators would not comment on a motive or release details that could affect the investigation. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro offered his administration's full support following the incident.