Crime
Pottstown Standoff Ends with Officer Injured, Suspect Andrew Ecker Fatally Shot
POTTSTOWN, Pa. — A standoff in Pottstown on Sunday night ended in the fatal shooting of a suspect and the injury of a police officer, according to the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office.
The incident began around 5:00 p.m. on April 6, 2025, when Pottstown Police responded to a vehicle crash near the intersection of Beech and North Mount Vernon streets.
Authorities say the driver, later identified as 25-year-old Andrew Jackson Ecker, attempted to reach for a .22 caliber firearm at the scene of the crash before fleeing on foot to his residence on Winding Road.
Officers pursued Ecker to his home, where he allegedly opened fire on police, striking one officer in the shoulder.
The injured officer was transported to a hospital in Reading and is reported to be in stable condition.
Following the initial gunfire, Ecker barricaded himself inside the residence, prompting a significant law enforcement response that included SWAT West and officers from multiple jurisdictions.
Negotiators were able to make contact with Ecker with assistance from a family member, but despite extended efforts, he refused to surrender.
At approximately 10:45 p.m., the situation escalated, and Ecker was fatally shot during the standoff.
The specific circumstances surrounding the use of deadly force have not yet been detailed.
The Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office has launched an investigation into the incident, including the officer-involved shooting.
Additional details will be released as the investigation progresses.
Authorities have not indicated any ongoing threat to the public.
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody following a shooting incident at the Meridian Mall on Friday afternoon.
As a result, the lockdown at the mall has been lifted.
The Meridian Township Police Department issued a public advisory just before 2:00 p.m., urging residents and shoppers to avoid the area near the Dick’s Sporting Goods entrance while officers conducted an active investigation at the scene.
At this time, police have not released specific details regarding the nature of the shooting, including whether anyone was injured or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s arrest.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident and are expected to provide additional information as it becomes available.
The public is asked to remain clear of the immediate area to allow for the ongoing investigation.