Crime & Safety

Man Shot Several Times Overnight In Pottstown: Reports

One man was shot several times on a sidewalk in Pottstown Tuesday night, according to multiple reports.

POTTSTOWN, PA — One man was shot several times on a sidewalk in Pottstown Tuesday night, according to authorities and multiple media reports.

The incident occurred at around 10:30 p.m. on Lincoln Avenue near North Franklin Street.

6ABC reports that "multiple" shots hit the man.

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The victim was rushed to a nearby hospital via helicopter, according to WFMZ. His condition is not yet known.

It's not yet clear what led to the incident. An investigation is underway.

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