Crime & Safety
Police Urge Witnesses To Come Forward In West Norriton Shooting, Burglary: Report
A man running to the rescue of his neighbor was met by the burglar, who shot him four times.
WEST NORRITON, PA -- Police are urging witnesses to come forward in the recent shooting and burglary in the Westover Harbour Condominiums.
The incident occurred on Saturday night, March 12, at about 8:05 p.m., according to reports.
The suspect allegedly broke into a third floor condominium and stole prescription medication from a 58-year-old female victim, the report states.
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As she shouted for help, a 61-year-old male ran to the scene, and met the suspect along the way, according to the report.
The suspect shot the man four times, in the writs, chest, and lower abdomen, according to the Times Herald.
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The victim was flown by medivac to Penn Presbyterian in Philadelphia and was released on Monday, the report states.
The suspect is believed to be a black male, about 5'7 tall, thin, and around 20 years old.
Anyone with any information is asked to call West Norriton Police immediately at 610-630-1701.
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