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Kensington Triple Shooting Leaves 25-Year-Old in Critical Condition; Two Others Injured
A 25-year-old man is fighting for his life after a triple shooting on the 3100 block of F Street in Kensington Tuesday night. Two other men, ages 35 and 37, were also wounded and are in stable condition; no arrests have been made.
PHILADELPHIA â A 25-year-old man is in critical condition after a triple shooting in Kensington on Tuesday night, according to Philadelphia police.
The shooting happened on the 3100 block of F Street. Officers found the 25-year-old suffering from gunshot wounds to his chest and groin; he was rushed to the hospital, where he remained in critical condition.
A 35-year-old man was shot in the back, and a 37-year-old man was shot in the right knee. Both were listed in stable condition at the hospital, police said.
No arrests have been made, and investigators have not released a motive or a description of any suspect. The investigation remains ongoing.
Police are asking anyone with information about the shooting to come forward. Tips can be submitted by calling 215-686-TIPS (8477) or anonymously through the Philadelphia Police Department's online tip form.
The shooting adds to the toll of gun violence that continues to weigh heavily on Kensington and surrounding neighborhoods. Community organizations in Philadelphia offer support for people and families affected by gun violence, including resources compiled through Resolve Philly's gun violence resource guide.
This is a developing story. Anyone with information is urged to contact police.