Arrest made after 25-year-old man shot in West Philadelphia home: Police

A 25-year-old man was shot once inside a residence, police say.
Sunday, May 28, 2023
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Police are investigating after a man was shot in West Philadelphia on Sunday morning.

Officers say the shooting happened on the 1300 block of North 56 Street just before 12:30 a.m.
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A 25-year-old man was shot once inside a residence, police say.

Police escorted the victim to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, where he was placed in critical condition.

Officials say a gun was recovered at the scene and an arrest was made.
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There is no word yet on what the motive for the shooting was.

Police have not identified the victim or the person who was arrested.
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