Philadelphia Police Officer Killed, Another Wounded In Shooting
9 hours ago
A Philadelphia police officer was killed and another seriously wounded in a shooting early Saturday morning while responding to a call in West Philadelphia.
Officer Shane Seiber, 40, a 10-year veteran of the Philadelphia Police Department and father of two, was shot three times during the encounter. He later died from his injuries.
His partner, a 33-year-old officer and father of five, was shot 12 times. He underwent surgery and remains hospitalized in stable condition.
Authorities identified the suspect as 35-year-old Eric Lewis, who was taken into custody following the shooting. Lewis faces charges including murder and attempted murder.
Investigators say the officers were responding to a report involving an armed individual when the shooting occurred. Authorities are continuing to examine the circumstances surrounding the confrontation.
Seiber's death has prompted an outpouring of grief from fellow officers, family members and the Philadelphia community.
The Philadelphia Police Department is mourning the loss of a veteran officer as his wounded partner continues recovering from his injuries.
Officer Shane Seiber, 40, a 10-year veteran of the Philadelphia Police Department and father of two, was shot three times during the encounter. He later died from his injuries.
His partner, a 33-year-old officer and father of five, was shot 12 times. He underwent surgery and remains hospitalized in stable condition.
Authorities identified the suspect as 35-year-old Eric Lewis, who was taken into custody following the shooting. Lewis faces charges including murder and attempted murder.
Investigators say the officers were responding to a report involving an armed individual when the shooting occurred. Authorities are continuing to examine the circumstances surrounding the confrontation.
Seiber's death has prompted an outpouring of grief from fellow officers, family members and the Philadelphia community.
The Philadelphia Police Department is mourning the loss of a veteran officer as his wounded partner continues recovering from his injuries.