PHILADELPHIA — Police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Saturday morning on the 2700 block of W. Sterner Street, leaving a 35-year-old man dead.

Officers responded to the scene at approximately 6:38 a.m., where the victim, described as a Black male, had been shot multiple times while on the highway. The man was transported to Temple University Hospital by police, but he was pronounced dead at 6:56 a.m.

No weapon was recovered, and authorities have not identified a motive for the killing. The scene was secured, but no arrests have been made as the investigation remains ongoing.

The Philadelphia Police Department’s Homicide Unit is urging anyone with information to come forward by contacting 215-686-3334 or submitting an anonymous tip through the PPD tip line at 215-686-TIPS (8477). A $20,000 reward is being offered for information that leads to an arrest and conviction.

A deadly shooting in North Philadelphia has left investigators searching for answers and the community offering a substantial reward for leads.

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