A 26-year-old man died Saturday evening after being shot multiple times near North 8th Street and West Berks Street, according to police.
Philadelphia, PA – Police are investigating a fatal shooting that left a 26-year-old man dead Saturday evening near a busy North Philadelphia intersection.
Officers responded around 6:15 p.m. to reports of gunfire on the highway near the intersection of North 8th Street and West Berks Street.
Key Points
• A 26-year-old man was shot multiple times Saturday evening in North Philadelphia
• The victim was transported to Temple University Hospital, where he later died
• No arrests have been made as the homicide investigation continues
Victim transported by police
Authorities said responding officers located the victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to the body.
Police transported the man to Temple University Hospital for emergency treatment.
The victim succumbed to his injuries shortly after arriving and was pronounced dead at 6:29 p.m.
Investigation underway
Police have not released the identity of the victim as the investigation remains ongoing.
Investigators have also not announced any suspects or arrests connected to the shooting.
Detectives working to determine circumstances
Officials said the circumstances surrounding the homicide are still under investigation.
The Philadelphia Police Department’s Homicide Unit is actively working the case and said updates will be released as more information becomes available.