Crime & Safety
Man Attacked With Axe In South Philadelphia Saturday: Reports
A 31-year-old man was reportedly struck once in his chest with an axe early Saturday morning in South Philadelphia.
PHILADELPHIA — A man is recovering after being hit in the chest with an axe early Saturday morning in South Philadelphia.
According to NBC10, the attack happened at about 2:30 a.m. Saturday on the 900 block of Snyder Avenue.
The victim, a 31-year-old man, was struck once on the chest with an axe and was taken to Jefferson Hospital, where he is in stable condition, Fox 29 reports.
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Police did find the weapon, but did not make any arrests.
Anyone who has information on the incident should contact Philadelphia Police at 215-686-8477.
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