A 29-year-old man is in critical condition after being stabbed Saturday evening in Philadelphia’s 24th District, police said.
Officers responded at approximately 7:26 p.m. to the 2000 block of Pickwick Street, where they found the victim suffering from multiple stab wounds. Police immediately transported the man to Temple University Hospital, where he remains in critical condition.
Authorities have not released the victim’s identity. The circumstances leading up to the stabbing have not been made public.
A person of interest was taken into custody at the scene and is being questioned by investigators. It is not yet clear if that individual will face charges.
Investigation ongoing as motive remains unclear
The Philadelphia Police Department has not confirmed whether the stabbing occurred inside a residence or outside in the street. No weapon has been recovered as of Saturday night, and investigators have not disclosed a potential motive.
Detectives are continuing to gather evidence and interview witnesses in the area. It is unclear if the victim and the person of interest knew each other prior to the incident.
Police have not said whether surveillance footage is being reviewed or if the incident is connected to any recent violence in the area.
No further information has been released, and the investigation remains active.