In the early hours of Sunday, a shooting in West Philadelphia left a mother and her five-month-old daughter hospitalized after being struck by gunfire.
Incident Details
Police were called to the 1500 block of North Robinson Street around 4:25 a.m. Responding officers found the mother and baby badly injured. Investigators determined that the mother was hit at least six or seven times, while the infant sustained a single shot to the leg. The total number of shots fired was believed to be at least seven.
Victim Details
The mother, who is 43 years old, was shot multiple times. Her daughter, just five months old, was struck once in the leg. Both were rushed to a nearby hospital, but their conditions were not immediately disclosed by authorities.
Police Response
Police said the suspect fled the scene in a silver truck. Investigators are currently searching for that vehicle. No arrest has been made and no charges have been announced. The investigation remains open, with police urging anyone with information to come forward.
Witness Statements
A neighbor, Purnell Tucker, expressed shock: “It’s sad. It’s sad. That’s really cowardly, to shoot a baby and her mother,” he said. “Unbelievable.” The victim’s sister, who was present during the incident, told NBC10’s Neil Fischer that the mother was 43 years old and that both the baby and the sister were expected to survive. Around 7:30 a.m., she reported that police might have apprehended the person sought in the case.
Current Status
Police have not released a motive for the shooting or further details about the suspect. No arrests or charges have yet been announced. The case is being treated as a homicide investigation, and authorities continue to gather evidence.
Community Reaction
The shooting has rattled the West Philadelphia community, with residents calling for increased safety measures. Local officials have pledged to support victims and their families during this difficult time.
Domestic Violence Resources
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233), visit www.thehotline.org, or text LOVEIS to 22522.
Closing
The incident remains under investigation, and updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
