35th District – Shooting Investigation
On October 20, 2026, at approximately 12:58 a.m., 35th District officers responded to Albert Einstein Medical Center for a report of a walk-in shooting victim.
Upon arrival, officers met with a 47-year-old male who was suffering from a single gunshot wound to his left hand. The victim was treated by attending physicians and listed in stable condition.
The victim reported that he was walking toward his vehicle on the 5700 block of Kemble Avenue when he observed two unknown males behind him. One of the males pointed a handgun at the victim. A single shot was fired, striking the victim in his left hand.
The victim fled to his home, while both offenders fled in the opposite direction. He was subsequently transported to Albert Einstein Medical Center for treatment.
Offenders: Two unidentified males, both believed to be armed with firearms.
This incident remains under investigation.
22nd District – Shooting Investigation
On October 19, 2026, at approximately 9:41 p.m., 22nd District officers responded to a radio call reporting gunshots on the 2300 block of North 16th Street.
Upon arrival, officers encountered a crowd of people attempting to flag down police. Officers located a 53-year-old male lying in the roadway suffering from a gunshot wound to the head.
Officers transported the victim to Temple University Hospital, where he was listed in critical condition and received treatment for his injuries. The scene was secured for investigators.
Two males were taken into custody for investigation. As of this release, no charges have been filed.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Both investigations remain active and ongoing with the Shooting Investigation Group.
Anyone with information about these incidents are asked to contact the Philadelphia Police Department.
Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling 215-686-TIPS (8477).
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