Governor Shapiro Orders U.S., Commonwealth Flags to Half-Staff to Honor Fallen Officer in Schuylkill County

Harrisburg, PA – Today, in accordance with the United States Flag Code, Governor Josh Shapiro ordered all Commonwealth and United States flags on Commonwealth facilities, public buildings, and grounds across Pennsylvania to fly at half-staff immediately to honor Pennsylvania State Trooper Michael Pahira, who died in the line of duty in Schuylkill County.

Flags shall remain lowered to half-staff until the date of interment, which has not yet been announced.

All Pennsylvanians are invited to participate in this tribute.

 

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