– 24-year-old from Pennsylvania – History of domestic violence, stalking & trespassing charge – Recently linked to threatening behavior

Who Was Matthew James Ruth?

The Warning Signs 

– Ex-girlfriend reported stalking – Trail camera footage showed him peeking into her house with a scope/binocular – Suspected of burning her pickup truck

Matthew James Ruth Case Shocks Pennsylvania 

3 officers killed, 2 injured in deadly ambush

Day of the Attack

– Detectives arrived at his house with warrant – Ruth opened fire from inside the home – Immediate chaos – officers down

Why It Matters

– Highlights dangers of stalking & domestic violence – Shows how quickly situations escalate into violence – Urgent need for stronger prevention measure

Community Reaction

– Pennsylvania in mourning – Vigils held for fallen officer – Governor called it “a domestic violence crisis turned deadly”