Crime & Safety
Who Are The Victims Of The Lemon Hill Shooting In Philadelphia's Fairmount Park? What We Know So Far
The shooting happened just before 10:30 p.m. at Lemon Hill, a popular spot in the park close to Boathouse Row and the Schuylkill River.
May 28, 2025
The shooting on Lemon Hill in Philadelphia's Fairmount Park this Memorial Day shocked neighbors and devastated families of the victims. Police said a 23-year-old woman and a 21-year-old man were killed in the incident and that nine people, ranging in age from 15-28, were injured.
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The shooting happened just before 10:30 p.m. at Lemon Hill, a popular gathering spot in the park close to Boathouse Row and the Schuylkill River. The site is home to the historic Lemon Hill Mansion.
Officials have sounded off about the likelihood that a "switch," a gun modification that can turn a semi-automatic handgun into an automatic weapon, was used in the shooting. Others spoke about access to illegal guns and called for the shooters to be held accountable.
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