Juvenile shot in early morning gunfire in harrisburg
courtesy of Harrisburg Police

Juvenile shot in early morning gunfire in Harrisburg

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July 9, 2025
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HARRISBURG, PA — Police are investigating a shooting that injured a juvenile male early Wednesday morning in the 2100 block of Penn Street.

At approximately 3:00 a.m. on July 9, officers from the Harrisburg Police Department responded to reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, they found a juvenile male suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear, and no suspects have been identified at this time. Police have not released information about the events leading up to the incident or whether the shooting appeared targeted.

An investigation is ongoing. Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact the Harrisburg Police at 717-558-6900. Tips can also be submitted through the CRIMEWATCH website.

A juvenile was hospitalized after gunfire rang out on Penn Street early Wednesday as police continu

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