A tragic shooting occurred at UPMC Memorial Hospital in York, Pennsylvania, when gunman Diogenes Archangel Ortiz took staff hostage in the ICU, leading to a deadly shootout with police. Officer Andrew Duarte, 29, was killed, while five others, including law enforcement and hospital staff, were injured. Ortiz, armed with a handgun and zip ties, was killed after emerging from the ICU with a hostage.
Authorities believe the attack was targeted at the ICU, as Ortiz had contacted the hospital about a medical matter. The community mourns Officer Duarte’s death, honoring his six years of service. Duarte was known for his commitment to impaired driving enforcement and was awarded the MADD Hero Award in 2021.
UPMC confirmed no patients were harmed, and the hospital is secure. The department and local leaders expressed their grief over the loss of Officer Duarte, recognizing his heroism and dedication to public safety.
