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Gunfire at Frankford Transportation Center Leaves Two Men Hospitalized

A fight at Philadelphia’s Frankford Transportation Center turned Monday morning, shooting two men and prompting a large police response. Investigation ongoing.

Incident Details

At about 8:51 a.m. on Monday, a confrontation in the lobby of the Frankford Transportation Center on the 5200 block of Frankford Ave escalated into gunfire. Officers arriving on the scene discovered two men who had been shot, one of whom sustained a shoulder wound.

Police Response and Service Impact

Officials described the response as ‘large’ and noted that the shooting did not disrupt SEPTA service during the morning commute. Both victims were transported to nearby hospitals.

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Current Investigation

SEPTA officials have not released details about the suspected gunman(s) or the condition of the injured men. An investigation is ongoing, and NBC10 is working to obtain further information.

Key Takeaways

  • Two men were shot during a fight at the Frankford Transportation Center.
  • One victim suffered a shoulder injury; both were taken to hospitals.
  • The incident prompted a large police response but did not affect SEPTA service.

The shooting remains under investigation, with officials yet to disclose further details about the gunman(s) or the victims’ conditions.

Author

  • I’m James O’Connor Fields, a business and economy journalist focused on how financial decisions, market trends, and consumer policies affect everyday people. Based in Philadelphia, I cover the local economy with a practical lens—translating economic shifts into real-world implications for workers, families, and small businesses.

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