Fight leads to shots fired on SEPTA platform in Center City; 1 hurt

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 10:15PM
1 shot, injured on SEPTA platform in Center City
1 shot, injured on SEPTA platform in Center City

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- A person was shot and injured on a SEPTA platform in Center City on Tuesday.

It happened on a platform for the Market-Frankford Line at Market and 15th streets around 3:30 p.m.

Police say a brief fight escalated to shots being fired.

A 23-year-old man was shot twice during the incident, authorities say. He was transported to Jefferson Hospital and is listed in stable condition.

Authorities also say he is being held as a prisoner at this time.

According to police, a suspect is in custody and a weapon was recovered at the scene.

Investigators did not release any further details on this incident. Anyone with information is asked to contact the police.