Man found shot in the head in Nicetown Tioga

NICETOWN TIOGA - August 16, 2012

Police were called shortly after 11:30 a.m. to the intersection of Fox Street and Abbottsford Avenue. There a man, whom police believe was shot nearby, was discovered with shotgun pellet wounds to the head, chest and arm in a gas station parking lot.

The 29-year-old victim was rushed by police to Temple University Hospital where he was admitted in critical condition.

A second man, who police say suffered cuts from shattered glass as a result of the shooting, was also taken to Temple University Hospital for care.

There is no word how the second man factors into the crime.

Police are continuing their investigation.

Copyright © 2024 WPVI-TV. All Rights Reserved.