Fallen PA Trooper Jacques Rougeau served in York, commander mourns him, lauds his service

State police in York County are mourning the loss of fallen Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Jacques Rougeau.

Rougeau, 29, had served at the York barracks for several years before transferring in March to the Lewistown station, according to a news release.

Rougeau was killed and Lieutenant James A. Wagner was injured Saturday in separate encounters with the same shooter in Juniata County, state police said in a news release. The shooter died in an exchange of gunfire with law enforcement.

York Station Commander Lt. Joseph Spingler issued the following statement:

"The Pennsylvania State Police, Troop J, York Station, mourns the loss of our brother, Trooper Jacques Rougeau.

"Prior to assignment at Troop G, Lewistown, Trooper Rougeau served as a Patrol Unit member at York from the time of his Academy graduation until March 2023.

"Trooper Rougeau’s approach to law enforcement was through a lens of selfless service, approaching every shift with humility and humor. An injection of positivity was present wherever he went, regardless of situation.

"This 'others before self' mindset was an inspiration and will continue to be a daily reminder of why we wear the grey.

"Godspeed Jacques. We will always continue to answer the call, for you and all those before who did not swerve from the path of duty."

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