A tragic incident has left a 14-year-old boy fighting for his life after a shooting at Christmas Village in Dilworth Plaza, according to police reports.
Authorities say the violence broke out around 4:30 p.m. near the Rothman Ice Rink in Dilworth Park, just outside City Hall. Deputy Commissioner Frank Vanore stated that the shooting stemmed from a fight involving two 14-year-old boys.
One of the teens sustained a critical injury after being shot in the face and was rushed to the hospital. The second boy, who was struck in the thigh, is expected to recover.
Law enforcement apprehended a suspect believed to be “around the same age” as the victims a few blocks from the scene.
Christmas Village, a cherished annual outdoor market in Philadelphia, spans from LOVE Park into City Hall’s courtyard and attracts both locals and tourists during the holiday shopping season. This senseless act of violence has cast a shadow over what should be a joyful time of year.
