Crime & Safety

Man Extremely Critical After Shot In Face Multiple Times: Philly Cops

A 21-year-old man is in extremely critical condition after police said he was shot in the face multiple times Monday night.

PHILADELPHIA — A young man is fighting for his life after being shot in the face multiple times Monday night.

According to Philadelphia Police, the man, 21, was shot at about 6:55 p.m. near the 2800 block of North Croskey Street in Allegheny West.

He suffered multiple gunshot wounds to his face and is in extremely critical condition at Temple Hospital.

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No weapons were recovered, and no arrests were made.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact the Shooting Investigations Group at 215-686-8270.

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Anonymous tips can also be provided through the PPD tip line at 215-686-8477, and all tips will remain confidential.

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