Crime & Safety
Man, Teen Hurt After Robbery Turns To Shootout In Philly: Reports
A 26-year-old man and a 16-year-old boy are in critical condition after opening fire at one another in an apparent robbery attempt Saturday.
PHILADELPHIA — A man targeted for a robbery turned the tables on his assailants by opening fire on them Saturday in Philadelphia.
The incident occurred at about 9 p.m. Saturday on the 1200 block of 41st Street, Action News reports.
Two 16-year-old boys approached the victim, 26, and pulled out guns.
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The victim, who police said is a legal gun owner, pulled out his own firearm, which led to a shootout.
The victim and one of the teens were hurt by the gunfire and both were listed in critical condition, Fox 29 reports.
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The other teen was not hut, but was taken into custody.
Anyone who has information on the shooting should contact Philadelphia Police at 215-686-8477.
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