A shooting on Saturday night in the Kingsessing neighborhood of West Philadelphia left a man injured and the police scrambling for answers.
Incident Details
A shooting was reported on Saturday night in the Kingsessing neighborhood of West Philadelphia. The incident took place at the 5800 block of Pentridge Street at 8:22 p.m., according to police. A man was injured in the shooting and was transported to a hospital by police. The injured man’s condition is unknown.
Police Investigation
Police are currently investigating the shooting. No arrests have been made, and no motive has been determined. The department is asking anyone with information to come forward.
Call for Witnesses

Those who witnessed the event or have any information are urged to contact the Philadelphia Police Department. Calls can be made to 215-686-TIPS (8477) or information can be submitted anonymously online.
Key Takeaways
- Shooting occurred at 8:22 p.m. on Saturday night in Kingsessing, West Philadelphia.
- The injured man was taken to a hospital; his condition remains unknown.
- No arrests or motive identified; police seek witnesses.
The investigation continues as authorities work to gather evidence and locate any witnesses to the incident.

