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Fallen Officer Honored: Funeral For Andrew Duarte Livestreamed Today Fallen Officer Honored: Funeral For Andrew Duarte Livestreamed Today
Fallen Officer Honored: Funeral For Andrew Duarte Livestreamed Today The funeral for Officer Andrew Duarte, the Pennsylvania officer killed in the UPMC York hospital shooting, is being held today, and the service will be livestreamed for those wishing to pay their respects. Duarte, who was wearing a bullet-resistant vest, died from a gunshot wound to the torso, according to the coroner’s report. The brave officer sacrificed his life while responding to the violent hostage situation inside the hospital. The public can watch the funeral service live here. Duarte is remembered as a dedicated officer, a loving family man, and a hero whose actions saved lives …
ICU Nurse Held Hostage, Forced To Restrain Colleague During Hospital Shooting ICU Nurse Held Hostage, Forced To Restrain Colleague During Hospital Shooting
ICU Nurse Held Hostage, Forced To Restrain Colleague During Hospital Shooting A heroic ICU nurse who was held at gunpoint, forced to restrain a colleague, and used as a shield during the UPMC York hospital shooting is now struggling to heal from the trauma. A GoFundMe has been launched to support Tosha Trostle, who says the psychological scars run deeper than any physical wound. “I Was Used As A Human Shield” Tosha Trostle was drawing blood when she heard a commotion in the hallway of UPMC York’s ICU. Thinking it was a routine emergency, she stepped out—only to come face-to-face with the gunman holding her coworker, Jess, at gunpoint. “He made Jess zip-tie my …
ICU Nurse Shot, Forced To Restrain Colleague During Hospital Shooting ICU Nurse Shot, Forced To Restrain Colleague During Hospital Shooting
ICU Nurse Shot, Forced To Restrain Colleague During Hospital Shooting A 19-year-old nurse was shot in both legs, brutally beaten, and forced to restrain a coworker during the UPMC York shooting—and now, she’s facing a grueling recovery with no clear financial support. A GoFundMe has been launched to help Jackxtyn Yank, whose injuries left her unable to walk. “Please Don’t Kill Me” Jackxtyn Yank had just returned to work after celebrating her 19th birthday when the gunman stormed her ICU floor. Peeking out to see the commotion, she was spotted, dragged into the hall, and beaten with a gun before being forced to zip-tie a coworker’s hands together. “I begged hi…