A 35-year-old man was shot to death in a downtown Philadelphia street on Friday afternoon, prompting a rapid police response and an ongoing investigation.
Incident Details
Philadelphia police officers from the 22nd District were on patrol at 4:43 p.m. when they heard gunshots near North 20th Street and West Susquehanna Avenue. They rushed to the scene and found a 35-year-old man with multiple gunshot wounds, including one to his abdomen. The officers transported him to Temple University Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 4:59 p.m. The victim’s identity has not yet been released.
Investigation Status
Investigators believe the victim and an unidentified man were involved in a shootout. Inspector D.F. Pace said another man got into the victim’s vehicle and drove off shortly after the shooting. That man, who has not been identified, was stopped by police at a hospital. Pace also said multiple people were detained in connection to the shooting. Police are still looking for the actual gunman, but have not released a description of the suspect.
Homicide Context
As of December 25, Philadelphia recorded 214 reported homicides in 2025, a decline of more than 17 % from the same period last year. This marks the lowest number of homicides in the city in a decade, according to police data.
Key Takeaways
- A 35-year-old man was killed in a Philadelphia shootout on North 20th Street.
- Police identified a second man who fled in the victim’s vehicle; he was later stopped at a hospital.
- The city’s 2025 homicide count has fallen 17 % from the previous year, reaching a decade-low.
The incident underscores ongoing concerns about gun violence in Philadelphia, while authorities continue to pursue the remaining suspect.
