Suspect who 'ambushed' 2 Pennsylvania state troopers identified after being shot and killed
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The suspect who allegedly ambushed two Pennsylvania state troopers in a shooting Thursday afternoon has died, officials confirmed.

Pennsylvania State Police Colonel Commissioner Christopher Paras identified the suspect as 61-year-old Carmine Faino, who, after failed negotiations, was shot and killed by members of a special response team.

Troopers were called to a rural area in Hompson Township in Susquehanna County at about 11:20 a.m. on Thursday morning after receiving reports that shots had been fired in the vicinity.

The call was made by the boyfriend of 57-year-old Lori Wasko, who had been shot and killed in front of her residence near her vehicle.

U.S. Sen. Dave McCormick, R-Pa., also acknowledged the incident, stating on social media: “Dina and I are praying for our brave state troopers in Susquehanna County and monitoring the situation closely as more details emerge.”

In a post on X, U.S. Republican Rep. Rob Bresnahan Jr. wrote: “My thoughts are with them and their families. Grateful for the bravery and dedication of our law enforcement.”

Stepheny Price is a writer for Fox News Digital and Fox Business. She covers topics including missing persons, homicides, national crime cases, illegal immigration, and more. Story tips and ideas can be sent to stepheny.price@fox.com

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