Fatal Shooting of Young Man in West Philadelphia Under Investigation

Fatal Shooting of Young Man in West Philadelphia Under Investigation
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PHILADELPHIA, PA – On Monday, a late-afternoon shooting in West Philadelphia resulted in the death of an 18-year-old man.

According to the Philadelphia Police Department, the incident occurred on the 200 block of Horton Street around 5 p.m.

The victim, whose identity is not yet released, was rushed to Penn-Presbyterian Medical Center where he was pronounced dead at 5:32 p.m.

Details regarding the events leading to the shooting remain unclear. The Philadelphia Police Department is actively investigating the case.

No suspects have been identified. No arrests have been made.