According to police, the victim was a 47-year-old male who was shot once in the chest.
Philadelphia Police have been notified of the shooting, as a vehicle in question was seen leaving Norristown towards the Philadelphia area.
They advise people to be on the lookout for a green 1996 Ford Taurus.
The police believe the suspect to be armed and dangerous.
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