Suspect in custody after man shot, critically injured in Philadelphia

The victim was brought to the hospital by someone in a private vehicle, authorities say.
Sunday, February 25, 2024
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- A 43-year-old man is in critical condition after being shot in Philadelphia on Sunday night.

It happened at approximately 6 p.m. on the 600 block of East Mount Airy Avenue in the Mount Airy neighborhood.
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Police say the man was shot repeatedly in the back.

The victim was brought to the hospital by someone in a private vehicle, authorities say.

Officers took one person into custody in connection with the shooting.
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A gun was also recovered at the scene.

Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact the police.

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