In a devastating incident at UPMC Memorial Hospital, a shooter targeted the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), leading to the tragic death of 30-year-old police officer, Officer Yevgeniy Guryanov. Officer Guryanov was rushed to WellSpan York Hospital following the shooting, where medical staff worked tirelessly to save his life, but unfortunately, he succumbed to his injuries. The tragic events unfolded just days after Officer Guryanov celebrated his 30th birthday, which adds to the heartbreak within the community. Authorities reported that the shooter was motivated by personal grief, as he had previously lost a loved one while hospitalized at UPMC. A physician’s assistant at the hospital revealed that the shooter expressed his rage over the loss of his loved one before opening fire, aimed directly at those in the ICU. The officer’s service and sacrifice were honored by the police department, with Chief David Mausten expressing profound sorrow over the loss of a dedicated officer who had just begun to shape his career in law enforcement. The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, with the community rallying around the officer’s family during this tragic time.
Tragic Shooting at UPMC Memorial Claims Life of Police Officer, Community in Shock
