Crime & Safety
7 Shot At North Philadelphia Social Media Meet Up: Reports
Authorities said more than 50 shots were fired into a crowd of people at about 3:30 a.m. Saturday at a gathering in North Philadelphia.
PHILADELPHIA — A mass shooting in North Philadelphia left seven people hurt over the weekend, according to reports.
According to Fox 29, the scene unfolded at about 3:30 a.m. Saturday at North 11th and West Cumberland streets.
The outlet reports the gunman, believed to be a juvenile, got into an argument with another male during a meet up organized on social media, left the gathering, then came back and fired more than 50 rounds.
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The victims ranged from 16 to 30 years old. The 16-year-old victim, a girl, is in critical condition, Action News reports.
All other victims are in stable condition, per the outlet.
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Anyone who has information on the shooting should contact Philadelphia Police at 215-686-8477.
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