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Philadelphia Man Critically Wounded in Race Street Shooting, Suspect in Custody

June 9, 2026
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A man was rushed to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center in critical condition after a shooting inside a West Philadelphia residence Wednesday afternoon.

PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia Police Department’s Shooting Investigation Group is investigating a shooting that left a man critically injured Wednesday afternoon inside a home on the 6000 block of Race Street in the city’s 19th District. Officers responded to the residence at approximately 1:24 p.m. and found the victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the face.


Key Points

• Man found shot inside a residence on the 6000 block of Race Street
• Victim transported to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center in critical condition
• One suspect taken into custody and a firearm recovered at the scene


Emergency medical personnel transported the victim to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center for treatment. Authorities said he remains in critical condition.

Suspect detained after shooting

Responding officers recovered a weapon at the scene as part of the initial investigation. Police also took one male suspect into custody in connection with the incident.

Investigators have not released the identities of either the victim or the suspect. No information about a possible motive was immediately available.

Investigation remains active

The residence and surrounding area remained secured Wednesday afternoon as detectives continued processing the scene. The Philadelphia Police Department’s Shooting Investigation Group is leading the investigation.

Officials have not announced any charges, and the circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under review. Additional details are expected as the investigation progresses.

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