At a Glance
- Police investigating shooting on West Cambria Street, North Philly.
- 51-year-old victim shot in lower back, taken to hospital in stable condition.
- Suspect described as wearing a red jacket and covering face.
- Why it matters: Community urged to provide information to help locate gunman.
Police are searching for a gunman believed to have shot a man in the back on West Cambria Street in North Philly late Saturday night. The 51-year-old victim was found at 11:58 p.m. on the 400 block and was taken to a nearby hospital in stable condition. Authorities have not yet identified a shooting scene and are asking for witnesses.
Incident Details
Officers responded to the 400 block of West Cambria Street at about 11:58 p.m. Saturday and discovered the victim with a lower-back wound. He was transported to a local hospital where doctors report he remains stable. No clear evidence of a shooting scene was found at the location.
Suspect Description
The victim identified the attacker as a man in a red jacket who covered his face during the incident. Police have not yet located the suspect and are conducting an investigation. Anyone with information is urged to contact the department.
- Philadelphia Police Department Shooting Investigation Group: 215-686-8270
- Tip line: 215-686-TIPS (8477)
Key Takeaways
- Police investigate shooting on West Cambria Street, North Philly.
- 51-year-old victim shot in back, stable in hospital.
- Suspect described as wearing a red jacket and face covered; tips needed.
The investigation remains active as authorities seek witnesses to identify the gunman.
