Gunfire struck a 7-year-old girl who was in the backseat of a car Tuesday night in Fairhill, authorities said.
The child arrived at Temple University Hospital at around 7:15 p.m., and her injuries are not expected to be life-threatening, according to police. Investigators said the bullet came through the car and struck her in the arm.
Detectives believe the shooting happened on the 3000 block of N. Marshall Street. Her family reportedly rushed her to the hospital in the aftermath of the incident. No further details have been released.
As of Wednesday, the PPD had not reported any arrests. Anyone with information is asked to call or text the police tip line at 215-686-TIPS (8477).
Nearly 100 children under the age of 18 have been killed or injured by gunfire this year in the city, down 14% compared to the same point in 2024, according to the Philadelphia Center for Gun Violence Reporting’s dashboard.
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.
