PHILADELPHIA, PA – A man was fatally shot late Sunday afternoon on a busy stretch of road in Northeast Philadelphia, prompting a homicide investigation.
The gunfire erupted around 4:44 p.m. in the 5000 block of Summerdale Avenue.
Responding officers from the 2nd District found an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound before rushing him to Einstein Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 5:00 p.m.
Key Points
- A man was shot and killed on the 5000 block of Summerdale Avenue in Northeast Philadelphia
- The victim was taken to Einstein Hospital and pronounced dead shortly after arrival
- Police have not made any arrests and are still working to determine a motive
Police secure scene as homicide detectives investigate
Investigators cordoned off the area and began processing evidence along the roadway. The victim’s identity has not yet been released pending family notification.
Authorities confirmed that no suspects are in custody and no weapon has been recovered at this time.
No motive established in fatal Summerdale Avenue shooting
The Philadelphia Police Department’s Homicide Unit is leading the investigation, seeking witnesses and reviewing area surveillance footage. Officials said the circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear.
Police are asking anyone with information to contact detectives or submit tips anonymously through the department’s tip line.