15-year-old shot in West Philadelphia, search for suspects continues

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Tuesday, June 5, 2018
Teen shot in West Philadelphia
Teen shot in West Philadelphia. Tamala Edwards reports during Action News Mornings on June 5, 2018.

WEST PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Police are searching for two gunmen who shot a 15-year-old in West Philadelphia.

The shooting happened around 10:30 p.m. Monday at 43rd Street and Haverford Avenue.

Police say the boy suffered a graze wound to the back of the neck. They found the victim conscious and still walking around a few blocks away.

He was taken to the hospital in stable condition and is speaking with detectives.

Police say the suspects were wearing ski masks.

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