West Philadelphia

Mass shooting at Ramadan event leaves 4 injured

by

WEST PHILADELPHIA, PA – A shooting in West Philadelphia resulted in multiple injuries and led to the apprehension of four individuals on Wednesday afternoon, according to law enforcement. Several firearms were seized as police responded to the incident, which took place near Clara Muhammad Square at approximately 2 p.m. The situation reportedly involved an exchange of gunfire between two groups on the street. At least one officer also discharged their firearm at an armed individual …

Read more

Birthday party shooting leaves 8 people injured, 1 killed

by

A birthday celebration turned into a horrifying scene of violence in West Philadelphia early Saturday morning. At least nine people were shot during the party, resulting in one fatality. The victims included seven women and two men who ranged in age from 17 to 51 years old. Chaos erupted when gunshots rang out, forcing partygoers to seek shelter and leaving the community in shock. According to a witness, the sudden eruption of gunfire shattered the …

Read more

3 Suspects Arrested After Firing Almost 100 Shots Near Philadelphia Playground

by

West Philadelphia shooting: 5 shot near Shepard Recreation Center; 3 arrested – WPVI-TV Five people were injured after nearly 100 shots were fired outside of a West Philadelphia recreation center while children were inside practicing sports. One victim is in critical condition, and two others are in extremely critical condition, police said. Police heard gunshots and saw four males getting into a white SUV. The car that they drove to get away from the scene …

Read more