Man Critical in North Philadelphia Shooting

A shooting early Saturday morning in North Philadelphia has left a 56-year-old man in critical condition. The shooting occurred near North 12th Street and West Huntingdon Street around 1:15 a.m.
A shooting early Saturday morning in North Philadelphia has left a 56-year-old man in critical condition. The shooting occurred near North 12th Street and West Huntingdon Street around 1:15 a.m.

NORTH PHILADELPHIA, PA – A shooting early Saturday morning in North Philadelphia has left a 56-year-old man in critical condition.

The shooting occurred near North 12th Street and West Huntingdon Street around 1:15 a.m.

Police responding to the scene found the victim with two gunshot wounds to his knee. He was immediately transported to Temple University Hospital, where his condition was listed as critical.

The Police Department is actively investigating the shooting. However, they have not yet identified a scene, recovered any weapons, or made any arrests.

The public is asked to submit any tips confidentially to further assist in the investigation.