A woman was killed and at least five other people were injured in shootings over the weekend across Philadelphia.
Police said a female victim, whose age has not been provided, was found when officers responded to a report of a shooting just before 8:45 p.m. Saturday night on the 2600 block of Latona Street in Grays Ferry.
She was initially listed in critical condition at Pennsylvania Hospital, but a PPD spokesperson said Sunday that she died of her injuries. No further details about the killing have been released.
On Sunday, at around 12:45 p.m., someone shot a man on the 2800 block of N. Woodstock Street in North Philadelphia, investigators said. His condition was not immediately known.
In Kensington, a man was hospitalized after being shot at around 7 a.m. Sunday on the 600 block of E. Hilton Street, according to authorities. Police did not provide further information about the incident.
Two people were struck when shots were fired at around 12:05 a.m. Sunday on the 3000 block of W. York Street in Strawberry Mansion.
The PPD said a 22-year-old woman was shot in her leg and a 19-year-old man was struck in his hand. Both were taken to Temple University Hospital in stable condition.
Investigators said three 9mm spent shell casings were discovered at the scene. Detectives are still working to determine a motive.
A 16-year-old boy was hospitalized with wounds to his shoulder and leg after he was shot at around 11:30 p.m. Friday on the 2400 block of N. 33rd Street, also in Strawberry Mansion, authorities said.
His injuries are not considered life-threatening, according to police. Investigators found evidence that five 9mm shots were fired.
No arrests were reported in connection with any of the gun violence. Anyone with information is asked to call or text the PPD tip line at 215-686-TIPS (8477).
Since the beginning of the year, 124 people have been killed in Philadelphia, a decrease of nearly 14% compared to the same date in 2024, according to police data. The number of shooting victims is also down about 7%.
Counseling, peer support, and victim advocacy services are available for victims, family members, and others affected by gun violence. Go to metrophiladelphia.com/gun-violence-resources for more information.
