Funerals held for three Northern York County detectives ambushed in North Codorus Township
Funerals were held this week for Detective Sgt. Cody Becker, Detective Mark Baker and Detective Isaiah Emenheiser of the Northern York County Regional Police Department, who were ambushed and fatally shot after opening a door during a domestic-related follow-up in North Codorus Township; autopsies confirmed all three died of multiple gunshot wounds. Authorities say 24-year-old Matthew James Ruth, who had been sought on stalking and related charges and used an AR‑style rifle with a suppressor, was killed in the ensuing gunfight that also wounded two other officers, and state and federal officials joined local leaders in mourning while assisting the investigation.
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Police gather for funeral of 3 Pennsylvania detectives ambushed by gunman
New information:
- Funeral details: closed service at Living Word Community Church in Red Lion on Sept. 25, 2025 with a motorcade escort and an online stream; second public funeral for Sgt. Cody Becker scheduled Sunday at Spring Grove Area High School
- Autopsy results released this week confirming all three officers died of multiple gunshot wounds
- Biographical details on the officers (ages, hometowns, service histories and specific acts of heroism) not present in the original alert‑style reports
- Prosecutor statement reiterated: DA Tim Barker said suspect Matthew James Ruth had planned to ambush the alleged stalking victim
WATCH: Pennsylvania officials give update on shooting that left 3 police officers dead
New information:
- DA Tim Barker identified the three fallen officers as Detective Sgt. Cody Becker, Detective Mark Baker, and Detective Isaiah Emenheiser of the Northern York County Regional Police Department.
- Officials said the officers were ambushed immediately upon opening a door; a gunfight then ensued outside.
- The suspect, Matthew James Ruth, used an AR‑style rifle equipped with a suppressor.
- A sheriff’s deputy was among the two wounded before police shot Ruth to death.
- Chief Dave Lash eulogized the officers as leaders who served with professionalism, dedication and courage.
Suspect in shooting of 3 Pennsylvania officers was being sought on stalking, trespassing charges: report
New information:
- FBI and ATF are assisting local and state authorities with the investigation.
- Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said Attorney General Pam Bondi contacted him and pledged full federal support; Bondi publicly condemned the violence on X.
- Officials planned a further case update at 3 p.m. Thursday.
- Gov. Shapiro’s on-record remarks mourning the three fallen officers and noting prayers for the wounded were included.
Suspect in killing of 3 Pennsylvania officers was a 24-year-old being sought on stalking charges
New information:
- Suspect identified as Matthew James Ruth, 24, according to court documents and law enforcement.
- Ruth was being sought on stalking charges and also faced trespassing, loitering and prowling at night counts tied to a domestic-related investigation begun a day earlier.
- AP reports Ruth was killed by police during the incident (earlier reports had indicated the gunman died of a self-inflicted gunshot).
- The two wounded officers remained in stable condition as of Thursday.
- Neighbor account: investigators visited Ruth’s home around noon and again about 5 p.m., removing bagged items before departing after midnight.
- Official reactions: Gov. Josh Shapiro urged society to help prevent resorting to violence; AG Pamela Bondi called violence against police a 'scourge on our society.'
3 officers killed, 2 injured in Pennsylvania shooting
New information:
- Pennsylvania State Police said the officers were at the scene to follow up on a 'domestic-related' investigation that began Tuesday.
- Confirms totals: three officers killed, two injured; the shooter is also dead.
3 police officers shot and killed, 2 wounded in Pennsylvania, officials say
New information:
- Pennsylvania State Police Colonel Christopher L. Paris publicly confirmed at a news conference that three police officers were killed and two wounded in the York County shooting.
What we know about Pennsylvania shooting that killed 3 officers, wounded 2 others
New information:
- Confirms 3 police officers were killed and 2 others wounded in the York County shooting.
- Authorities state the gunman is dead and there is no ongoing threat to the community.
At least 2 injured in shooting involving police in rural Pennsylvania
New information:
- U.S. Attorney General Pamela Bondi publicly stated that multiple police officers were shot and called violence against officers a 'scourge.'
- The Consulate of Mexico in Philadelphia said it is monitoring the incident and issued a precautionary alert advising nearby Mexican residents to follow official instructions.
- York County statement noted Pennsylvania State Police, Northern Regional Police and numerous emergency responders at the scene; York County Commissioners said they are monitoring and praying for those involved.
- Article details a school district shelter-in-place (later lifted) as a precaution due to nearby road closures.
5 police officers shot in York County, Shapiro headed to scene
New information:
- Five police officers were shot, according to law enforcement sources cited by CBS News.
- The gunman died by a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
- Incident occurred just after 2 p.m. near the 1800 block of Haar Road in North Codorus Township.
- WellSpan York Hospital was placed on lockdown; it is treating two people in serious condition and has enhanced security protocols.
- The York County Coroner was called to the scene.
- Schools in the Spring Grove Area School District briefly sheltered in place and later received an all-clear.
- Lt. Gov. Austin Davis and Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday said they were heading to the area, joining Gov. Josh Shapiro.
Multiple officers involved in Pennsylvania shooting as governor rushes to York County scene
New information:
- Location: North Codorus Township, York County, Pa.
- Gov. Josh Shapiro and Lt. Gov. Austin Davis publicly urged residents to follow police guidance and offered prayers
- Spring Grove School District issued a shelter-in-place; Mexican Consulate said it is monitoring and provided a hotline
- Injuries/arrests and cause of the shooting remain unclear as of report time