> At a Glance
> – Two people shot after argument inside West Philly beer distributor on Jan. 6 after 6 p.m.
> – 35-year-old man critical with chest wound; 65-year-old woman stable with shoulder injury
> – 13 shell casings recovered; suspect fled south on 43rd Street in red shirt, tan jacket, dark jeans
> – Why it matters: Random gunfire on a busy commercial corner highlights ongoing city gun-violence fears
A routine Tuesday evening turned chaotic when an argument inside a beer distributor at 43rd and Market streets escalated into gunfire, sending two bystanders to the hospital and leaving investigators combing the sidewalk for evidence.
How It Unfolded
Surveillance footage shows the 35-year-old man entering the store and quarreling with another customer. Moments later, both men walked outside; the second individual allegedly fired multiple rounds, striking the victim in the chest and a 65-year-old woman standing nearby in the shoulder.
Philadelphia Police Chief Inspector Scott Small explained the shooter then chased the wounded man west on Market Street before turning south on 43rd Street and disappearing.
Scene Evidence
Officers arrived to find:
- 13 spent semi-automatic shell casings
- Two wallets on the pavement
- Surveillance video capturing the entire sequence
Both victims were transported by police to a nearby hospital; the man underwent emergency surgery in critical condition, while the woman was listed as stable.
| Victim | Age | Injury | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 35 | Chest | Critical |
| Female | 65 | Shoulder | Stable |
Suspect Description
Police describe the alleged shooter as last seen wearing a red shirt, tan jacket, and dark-colored jeans, heading south on 43rd Street. No arrest has been announced.
Key Takeaways
- Argument inside beer distributor sparks sidewalk shooting
- Two innocent people hospitalized; one critical, one stable
- Thirteen rounds fired; suspect still at large
The incident remains under active investigation as detectives review additional camera footage and interview witnesses.
