A juvenile male was rushed to a hospital in critical condition after a shooting Tuesday evening in Philadelphia’s Frankford neighborhood.
Philadelphia police are investigating a shooting that left a juvenile male critically injured Tuesday night in the city’s Frankford section. The gunfire was reported around 7:26 p.m. along the 2300 block of Margaret Street.
Officers from the 15th District responded to reports of shots fired and arrived to find the victim suffering from a gunshot wound. Police immediately transported the juvenile to Temple University Hospital for emergency treatment.
Victim remains in critical condition
Authorities said the victim was listed in critical condition following the shooting. Police have not released the victim’s age beyond identifying him as a juvenile male.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting were not immediately disclosed. Investigators have not said whether the victim was the intended target or if any suspects have been identified.
No arrests made as investigation continues
The Philadelphia Police Department’s Shooting Investigation Group is leading the investigation into the incident. Detectives remained at work Wednesday seeking evidence and information about what led to the gunfire.
“At this time, no arrests have been made, and a motive for the shooting has not yet been determined,” the department said in a statement.
Police noted that the information released so far reflects the preliminary stages of the investigation and could change as additional details become available.
Anyone with information about the shooting is encouraged to contact the Philadelphia Police Department.
Key Points
• A juvenile male was shot on the 2300 block of Margaret Street in Philadelphia’s Frankford neighborhood.
• The victim was transported to Temple University Hospital and remains in critical condition.
• No arrests have been made, and investigators have not determined a motive.
