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Representative Terry Stier (R-Belle Plaine) has issued a statement in response to the recent incident in York County, Pennsylvania, where three law enforcement officers were killed and two others wounded while serving a warrant.

In his statement, Rep. Stier said, “Policing is dangerous work, and the men and women who wear the badge put their lives on the line every single day to keep our neighborhoods safe. My heart breaks for the officers who were killed and for those who were wounded in this tragic incident.

To the families and communities mourning in York County, you have my deepest sympathies and prayers. To the wounded, I pray for healing and a full recovery. To every law enforcement officer in Minnesota and across the country, I honor your courage and commitment to service. You deserve the respect, tools, and support to do your jobs safely and effectively.

That also means speaking out against reckless decisions by county attorneys and other officials who strip away the tools law enforcement relies on to protect our communities. These choices only make an already dangerous profession even more perilous. Minnesotans deserve leaders who stand with law enforcement and put community safety first.”

The shooting occurred as officers attempted to serve a warrant in York County, leading to multiple casualties among local law enforcement personnel.