Two separate shootings in North Philadelphia on Friday night left two men hospitalized, with police still probing whether the incidents are linked.
The First Shooting
Around 8:09 p.m. on Dec. 12, officers responded to a shooting on the 3000 block of York Street. A man in his early thirties was shot several times on the right side of his body and was taken to a nearby hospital in critical condition.
The Second Shooting
At about 8:41 p.m., a second shooting occurred on the 2600 block of West Somerset Street. A man in his late twenties was shot once in his thigh; he was transported to a nearby hospital and is listed in stable condition.
Ongoing Investigations
Police are conducting investigations into both incidents. They have not yet determined if the shootings are connected.
Key Takeaways
- Two men were hospitalized after shootings half an hour apart in North Philadelphia.
- The first victim, early thirties, is in critical condition; the second, late twenties, is stable.
- Investigations are underway, and authorities have not confirmed a link between the incidents.
The situation remains developing, with updates expected as police continue their inquiries.
