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23-year-old killed in North Gratz Street shooting; police seek at least two suspects
A 23-year-old man died after being shot multiple times Sunday night on North Gratz Street in North Philadelphia. Police said at least two shooters fled on foot and no arrests had been made.
A 23-year-old man was fatally shot Sunday night in North Philadelphia, and police are looking for at least two people suspected of carrying out the attack.
The shooting happened around 9:45 p.m. on the 2200 block of North Gratz Street, according to the Philadelphia Police Department’s Homicide Unit. The victim was taken to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead shortly afterward.
Police Inspector D.F. Pace said the victim was shot at close range with a rifle and a pistol. Investigators believe at least two shooters were involved; they fled on foot, police said. More than 40 evidence markers were visible at the scene. Police have not released suspect descriptions, and no arrests had been announced.
The killing was one of 138 homicides reported in Philadelphia through Oct. 18, according to police statistics, about 25% fewer than at the same point in 2025.
Anyone with information can call the Philadelphia Police Department at 215-686-8477 or submit an anonymous tip through the department’s online form.