According to the district attorney, a tragic incident unfolded on Wednesday at Delaware County Linen in Chester, Pennsylvania. Five individuals were shot, resulting in two fatalities.
According to Stollsteimer, two innocent lives were tragically taken today as a result of a disgruntled former employee. Additionally, three other individuals are currently hospitalized and our thoughts and prayers are with them during this difficult time.
The shooting took place at approximately 8:30 a.m. on West 4th Street, specifically in the 2600 block. According to investigators, the incident occurred both inside and outside of the linen store.
According to Stollsteimer, there was a fatality inside the store and another one outside.
Stollsteimer expressed his deep sadness over the recurring tragedies that unfold all too frequently in the United States of America.
During a press conference, Mayor Stefan Roots of the City of Chester revealed that one of the victims was the supervisor of the man involved.
The shooter made an attempt to flee the scene but was apprehended by the police in Trainer, Delaware County, according to the DA.
According to Stollsteimer, the shooting involved the use of a handgun.
According to sources, investigators discovered a semi-automatic 9mm handgun in the vehicle that the man escaped in.
During an exclusive interview with CBS News Philadelphia, the district attorney emphasized the pressing issue of an excessive number of firearms falling into the wrong hands.
According to Stollsteimer, the suspect in this tragic incident was a disgruntled employee who harbored ill feelings towards some of his coworkers. He made the decision to enter the workplace and take the lives of these individuals, resulting in two fatalities. It is heart-wrenching to think that these victims simply went to work like any other day, unaware that their lives would be cut short in such a senseless act of violence.
“People who were simply trying to go to work, provide for their families, and live the American Dream,” Stollsteimer expressed. “In just a few short hours this morning, before 10 a.m., their lives were tragically cut short. The devastating impact on their families is immeasurable.”
The mayor emphasized the need for more robust gun legislation and improved access to mental health services.
“It’s a conversation about guns in America. In this city, violence is a challenge that we face. Fortunately, we have amazing organizations that are dedicated to tackling this issue at every level. The situation is truly heart-wrenching and tragic, and it’s high time that it comes to an end,” expressed Roots. “Chester, Pennsylvania certainly didn’t anticipate being the focal point of yet another incident of workplace violence. We have a close-knit community where everyone knows each other. We’re like one big family, which is why this hurts so deeply for many of us.”
The identity of the alleged shooter is currently being withheld by investigators.
The city was contacted by the White House, according to the mayor.
