Topline: A western Pennsylvania officer answering a domestic disturbance call was stabbed multiple times in the head and face before fatally shooting the suspect, according to state police.
Published: June 30, 2026 2:30 pm ET
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INDIANA, PA — An Indiana Borough police officer was injured and a suspect was killed Sunday evening after officers responding to a domestic incident were confronted first with a shovel, then with a knife, during a foot chase and struggle, authorities said.
According to WPXI, officers with the Indiana Borough Police Department were dispatched just after 7 p.m. Sunday to the 100 block of North Cherry Avenue for a domestic disturbance.
Pennsylvania State Police said the man involved was armed with a shovel and threatened an Indiana Borough police officer before leading officers on a foot pursuit.
Authorities said one officer caught up with the man and tried to detain him, but during the struggle the suspect stabbed the officer multiple times in the head and face area with a knife. Police said the officer then discharged a pistol, striking the suspect.
The Indiana County Coroner identified the suspect as Andrew Wade Herman, 35. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The injured officer was taken to a hospital for treatment. Police said the officer’s condition was not immediately known.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating the officer-involved shooting.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
If you are experiencing domestic abuse, you are not alone. Help is available. Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233 or text "START" to 88788 to connect with trained advocates 24/7. Support is free, confidential, and available in over 200 languages. You can also visit thehotline.org for more information and resources.
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A western Pennsylvania officer answering a domestic disturbance call was stabbed multiple times in the head and face before fatally shooting the suspect, according to state police.
By Silvia Torres
Published: June 30, 2026 2:30 pm ET
INDIANA, PA — An Indiana Borough police officer was injured and a suspect was killed Sunday evening after officers responding to a domestic incident were confronted first with a shovel, then with a knife, during a foot chase and struggle, authorities said.
According to WPXI, officers with the Indiana Borough Police Department were dispatched just after 7 p.m. Sunday to the 100 block of North Cherry Avenue for a domestic disturbance.
Pennsylvania State Police said the man involved was armed with a shovel and threatened an Indiana Borough police officer before leading officers on a foot pursuit.
Authorities said one officer caught up with the man and tried to detain him, but during the struggle the suspect stabbed the officer multiple times in the head and face area with a knife. Police said the officer then discharged a pistol, striking the suspect.
The Indiana County Coroner identified the suspect as Andrew Wade Herman, 35. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The injured officer was taken to a hospital for treatment. Police said the officer’s condition was not immediately known.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating the officer-involved shooting.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
If you are experiencing domestic abuse, you are not alone. Help is available. Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233 or text "START" to 88788 to connect with trained advocates 24/7. Support is free, confidential, and available in over 200 languages. You can also visit thehotline.org for more information and resources.
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Officer Stabbed Multiple Times in the Head Before Fatally Shooting Fleeing Suspect
A western Pennsylvania officer answering a domestic disturbance call was stabbed multiple times in the head and face before fatally shooting the suspect, according to state police.
By Silvia Torres
Published: June 30, 2026 2:30 pm ET
INDIANA, PA — An Indiana Borough police officer was injured and a suspect was killed Sunday evening after officers responding to a domestic incident were confronted first with a shovel, then with a knife, during a foot chase and struggle, authorities said.
According to WPXI, officers with the Indiana Borough Police Department were dispatched just after 7 p.m. Sunday to the 100 block of North Cherry Avenue for a domestic disturbance.
Pennsylvania State Police said the man involved was armed with a shovel and threatened an Indiana Borough police officer before leading officers on a foot pursuit.
Authorities said one officer caught up with the man and tried to detain him, but during the struggle the suspect stabbed the officer multiple times in the head and face area with a knife. Police said the officer then discharged a pistol, striking the suspect.
The Indiana County Coroner identified the suspect as Andrew Wade Herman, 35. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The injured officer was taken to a hospital for treatment. Police said the officer’s condition was not immediately known.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating the officer-involved shooting.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
If you are experiencing domestic abuse, you are not alone. Help is available. Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233 or text "START" to 88788 to connect with trained advocates 24/7. Support is free, confidential, and available in over 200 languages. You can also visit thehotline.org for more information and resources.
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