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The Homicide Unit is investigating a double homicide by shooting that occurred in the 22nd District on the 2300 block of North 18th Street at approximately 5:31 p.m. An adult female and an adult male were transported by police to Temple University Hospital, where they were both pronounced deceased at 5:54 p.m. The scene is being held, and a firearm was recovered at the location. The investigation is ongoing with the Homicide Unit. The motive is unknown at this time.