5 arrested after gunfire rings out in Center City Philadelphia

Video obtained by Action News shows people running from the area as officers chase down one suspect.

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Monday, September 5, 2022
5 arrested after gunfire rings out in Center City Philadelphia
Philadelphia police have made several arrests after gunfire rang out in Center City Philadelphia Sunday evening.

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Philadelphia police have made several arrests after gunfire rang out in Center City Philadelphia Sunday evening.

It happened around 5:30 p.m. near the Fashion District in the area of 9th and Market streets.

Video obtained by Action News shows people running from the area as officers chase down one suspect.

Philadelphia police have made several arrests after gunfire rang out in Center City Philadelphia Sunday evening.

According to Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw, five juveniles were arrested.

"Those who take part in violent behavior will be apprehended; our residents and visitors will not be intimidated, and ours officers will not be deterred," Outlaw said.

Police are still investigating what led to the gunfire.

No injuries were reported in this incident.