Cottman Avenue shooting sends 18-year-old to hospital
Philadelphia, PA – An 18-year-old man was shot and injured Monday on the 5000 block of Cottman Avenue, marking another case of gun violence in Northeast Philadelphia.
The shooting occurred on November 10, though exact details surrounding the incident remain limited. Police confirmed that the victim, an adult male, suffered gunshot wounds and was transported for medical treatment. His condition has not been publicly released, but he survived the shooting.
Authorities stated that one firearm was involved in the incident, though the type of weapon and the circumstances of the shooting are still under investigation. No arrests have been announced, and no suspects have been identified as of Tuesday.
Detectives are working to determine what led up to the shooting and are asking for anyone with information to contact the Philadelphia Police Department.
The 5000 block of Cottman Avenue, a typically busy corridor in the city’s Mayfair section, was briefly closed off Monday evening as officers processed the scene for evidence.
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Key Points
- An 18-year-old male was shot and wounded Monday on Cottman Avenue in Northeast Philadelphia
- Police confirmed one gun was involved in the incident
- No arrests have been made, and the investigation remains ongoing
