By Erie365NewsWriter 
A tense situation unfolded Wednesday night on Erie’s east side when a Pennsylvania state parole agent shot and killed a man. Police were called to the area near East 27th and German streets, where they quickly put up crime scene tape and blocked off traffic.
The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) confirmed that the man died from his injury after being shot by the parole agent. An autopsy was scheduled for Thursday morning to learn more about how he died. Troop E’s criminal investigation unit is now handling the case to figure out exactly what happened and why the shooting occurred.
Local leaders have already started speaking out about the shooting, raising questions about what led up to it. Some community members are concerned about the level of force used and are looking for answers. Reporter Jade Leah Burns is talking to community leaders and will share more details on this developing story on Jet 24 Action News.
This incident has left many neighbors shaken as they wait to learn more. It’s another reminder of how quickly things can happen when law enforcement is involved. Officials promise to keep the public updated as the investigation continues in the coming days.