Streetlight casts long shadows on wet pavement in Philadelphia with bloodstain and flashing police cruiser nearby

Man Shot in Philadelphia’s East Oak Lane at 3:21 a.m. Saturday

A man was shot overnight in Philadelphia’s East Oak Lane neighborhood early Saturday morning, police said.

Police Response

Police responded to North 12th Street at 3:21 a.m. on Saturday, December 13, 2025, after reports of a shooting involving a man.

Victim and Hospitalization

The man was shot and taken to a nearby hospital for treatment, police said.

Investigation Focus

NBC10 was at the scene as police conducted their investigation, which appeared to be focused on a home along the street.

Current Status

Police have not released information about what led up to the shooting.

Key Takeaways

  • Man shot overnight in East Oak Lane.
  • Police responded at 3:21 a.m. on Dec. 13, 2025.
  • Investigation focused on a home; victim hospitalized.
Man being wheeled into a hospital emergency room on a stretcher with medical personnel rushing nearby

The incident remains under investigation, with authorities seeking details on the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

Author

  • I am Jordan M. Lewis, a dedicated journalist and content creator passionate about keeping the City of Brotherly Love informed, engaged, and connected.

    Jordan M. Lewis became a journalist after documenting neighborhood change no one else would. A Temple University grad, he now covers housing and urban development for News of Philadelphia, reporting from Philly communities on how policy decisions reshape everyday life.

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