Crime & Safety
Man Killed In Wednesday Night Shooting: Philadelphia Police
The victim was riding an e-bike when about 35 rounds were fired at him from the passenger side of a vehicle, according to one report.
PHILADELPHIA — A man was fatally shot early Wednesday evening in Philadelphia, police said.
The shooting happened at about 7:43 p.m. on the 3000 block of Kensington Avenue.
Police were called to the area for a report of a shooting.
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A man was taken to Temple University Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 8:01 p.m, according to police.
Fox 29 reports the victim was riding an e-bike when about 35 rounds were fired at him from the passenger side of a vehicle driving alongside him.
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The scene was secured, and the Homicide Unit is leading the investigation.
No arrests have been made, and a motive has not been determined.
Anyone who has information on the shooting should contact Philadelphia Police at 215-686-8477.
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