A suspect is in custody following a double homicide in West Hempfield Township, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, on Sunday (October 5). Police responded to a shooting at approximately 4:50 p.m. on the 2100 block of Oak Hollow Drive, where they discovered three victims. Two individuals died at the scene, while a third was transported to Lancaster General Hospital for treatment. The extent of the surviving victim's injuries remains undisclosed.
According to CBS 21, neighbors reported hearing gunshots and screams during the incident. Police confirmed that the suspect was apprehended without further incident and that there is no ongoing threat to the public. West Hempfield Township Police Chief Jason Jay stated that the incident was isolated, and a Special Emergency Response Team (SERT) was called to the scene.
The investigation is ongoing, with police still processing the crime scene as of Monday morning. CBS 21 reported that authorities have not yet released details about the victims or the nature of the shooting. More information is expected to be made available as the investigation progresses.
CBS 21 noted that police have not disclosed the identities of the victims or the suspect. The community remains on alert as they await further updates from law enforcement.