Who is Tim O’Connor? Pennsylvania state trooper shot to death during traffic stop; Gov. Josh Shapiro offers condolences

government. Josh Shapiro A statement was shared on X paying tribute to O’Connor.

“tonight, pennsylvania We tragically lost one of our finest when State Police Corporal Tim O’Connor was killed in the line of duty. ” Shapiro wrote. “I am at Paoli Hospital tonight with Corporal O’Connor’s wife, Kathy, and his parents, Maureen and Tim. My heart breaks for Tim and Kathy’s little girl and their entire family. “

He added: “Lori and I mourn with the families of the Pennsylvania State Police and all of our law enforcement partners. I have directed that our Confederate flag be lowered on Monday in honor of Corporal O’Connor. May his memory be a blessing.”

Many people prayed in the comments section of Shapiro’s post, with one user writing: “Amen may Jesus Christ receive him in joy, truth and light. No more pain. I feel sure he saw hard things. He also protected the most vulnerable. RIP brother.” Another user said: “May God bless the lost soul of our hero. My heartfelt condolences.”

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“Prayers for his grieving family and comrades,” one user wrote. “Prayers for his family. What a tragedy,” another wrote.

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“Tonight, Pennsylvania State Police Corporal Tim O’Connor died in the line of duty. Our deepest condolences go out to Corporal O’Connor’s family, friends, loved ones, and his colleagues in the Pennsylvania State Police. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected by this tragic loss,” the Facebook post read.

“As stated in tonight’s press conference, Pennsylvania State Police and Chester County detectives are conducting a joint investigation into the circumstances of this tragic incident,” it added.