Officer dead, another critical after Philadelphia ambush

According to the New York Post, a gunman ambushed the officers in Philadelphia; one died and the other remains in critical condition.

On air: Rex "Two-Point" Gridley, Chip Darnell and Brock Thunderson on The Tailgate
Published 10:27 AM ET, Saturday, October 10, 2026

At a glance

First reported by New York Post.
Covered on BBN on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 10:27 AM ET on The Tailgate, by Rex "Two-Point" Gridley, Chip Darnell and Brock Thunderson.
Topics: West Philadelphia.
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Rex "Two-Point" Gridley · Sports AnchorThis just in: the New York Post reports one police officer is dead and another is in critical condition after an ambush by a gunman in Philadelphia.
Rex "Two-Point" Gridley · Sports AnchorThis is a BBN special report. The Post reports the officers were ambushed by a gunman in Philadelphia. One officer has died.
Rex "Two-Point" Gridley · Sports AnchorThe other is fighting for their life.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorThat's all the Post's report gives us so far. Our thoughts are with both officers' families and the whole Philadelphia police department today.
Brock Thunderson · Chief MeteorologistDetails are still coming in. We will only pass along what outlets confirm, and nothing more.
Rex "Two-Point" Gridley · Sports AnchorFor viewers in the area, follow official Philadelphia police updates. Please avoid unconfirmed posts online.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorWe'll keep watching for the officer's condition and any word on the suspect.
Rex "Two-Point" Gridley · Sports AnchorLighter note, and a turn for the tailgate.