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Philadelphia Police Continue Search for Gunman in Friday Shooting

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June 23, 2026

An adult man was rushed to Temple University Hospital after being shot Friday afternoon in North Philadelphia as detectives continue searching for the gunman.

PHILADELPHIA — Philadelphia police are investigating a shooting that left a man wounded Friday afternoon in the city’s 22nd District.

Officers responded at approximately 2:04 p.m. to the 1800 block of North 27th Street after receiving reports of a person shot, according to the Philadelphia Police Department.

When officers arrived, they found an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.

Police immediately transported the victim to Temple University Hospital for treatment.

Victim reported in stable condition

Authorities said the victim survived the shooting and was listed in stable condition after arriving at the hospital.

Police have not released the man’s identity or provided details regarding the circumstances leading up to the shooting.

Investigators also have not disclosed where on the victim’s body he was struck.

No arrests announced

As of Monday, no arrests had been made in connection with the shooting.

Police have not released information regarding a suspect or possible motive.

The Philadelphia Police Department’s Shooting Investigation Group is leading the investigation.

Investigation remains active

Detectives continue gathering evidence and interviewing potential witnesses as they work to determine what happened on North 27th Street.

Anyone with information about the shooting is encouraged to contact Philadelphia police.

Additional details are expected to be released as the investigation progresses.


Key Points

• A man was shot Friday afternoon in the 1800 block of North 27th Street in Philadelphia.

• Officers transported the victim to Temple University Hospital, where he was reported in stable condition.

• No arrests have been announced.

• The Shooting Investigation Group is actively investigating the case.

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