Crime & Safety

Man Shot In Norristown Early Sunday: Cops

Breaking: Police are investigating after a man was shot early Sunday morning in Norristown.

NORRISTOWN, PA — Police are investigating after a man was shot early Sunday morning in Norristown.

The incident occurred at around 4:16 a.m. on the 800 block of Smith Street, authorities said.

The circumstances surrounding the shooting are not yet clear.

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The victim was treated by paramedics on the scene and then taken to a nearby hospital. He survived the shooting but his present condition is unknown.

Police said the victim was an adult male, but further details on his identity have not yet been released.

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An investigation is underway. Anyone with crime information is urged to contact the Norristown Police anonymous tips line at 610.278.TIPS (8477) or at NPDTips@norristown.org.

This is a breaking story. More information will be provided as it becomes available.

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