Today, in accordance with the United States flag code, Governor Josh Shapiro ordered United States and commonwealth flags on all commonwealth facilities, public buildings, and grounds across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to fly at half-staff immediately in honor of Temple University Police Officer Christopher Fitzgerald, who died in the line of duty.

The flags shall be lowered to half-staff until sunset on the date of interment (February 24, 2023).

All Pennsylvanians are invited to participate in this tribute