Crime & Safety
Teen Shot In Chest Thursday Morning In Philadelphia: Police
A 16-year-old boy was shot on the left side of his chest and is in stable condition, Philadelphia Police said.
PHILADELPHIA — A 16-year-old boy was shot early Thursday morning in Philadelphia, according to police.
Officers were called to 7400 Walker St. at about 2:10 a.m. for a report of shots fired and a person with a gun.
Not long after the call, a white van arrived at Frankford Aria Hospital with a male gunshot victim, police said.
Find out what's happening in Philadelphiafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
The victim, a 16-year0old boy, was suffering from a gunshot wound to the left side of his chest, according to police.
Police said the boy victim was then transported by medics to Frankford Torresdale Hospital, where he is in critical condition.
Find out what's happening in Philadelphiafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
At this time, there is no known motive, and no arrests have been made.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Philadelphia Police Department's Shooting Investigation Group at 215-686-8270 or call or text the police department's tip line at 215-686-8477.
Tipsters can remain anonymous.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.
