Fight leads to deadly shooting in Philadelphia's Spring Garden section

ByCheyenne Corin WPVI logo
Thursday, July 30, 2026
Fight leads to deadly shooting in Philadelphia's Spring Garden section
Investigators said two men got into a dispute, though authorities did not share what the argument was about.
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PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Police are investigating a fatal shooting that followed an argument in Philadelphia's Spring Garden section late Wednesday night.

Police said the shooting happened near 17th and Wallace streets around 11:30 p.m.

Investigators said two men got into a dispute, though authorities did not share what the argument was about.

During the confrontation, police said a 34-year-old man pulled out a handgun. A 24-year-old man also drew a handgun and fired, striking the 34-year-old four times in the upper body.

The 34-year-old was taken to Temple University Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

Police said the 24-year-old has a valid permit to carry and told investigators the older man was allegedly intoxicated.

The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact Philadelphia police.

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