A violent shooting spree wreaked havoc on the city of Philadelphia on Monday evening, resulting in the tragic loss of five lives and injuring several others.
Local law enforcement reported that amongst the victims were minors including two children and a teenager.
According to Philadelphia police, the incident began unfolding at approximately 8:30pm, with the force being alerted to the sound of gunfire.
Upon arrival at the scene, they discovered a grim tableau—six gunshot victims, five of whom ultimately succumbed to their injuries.
An additional two people suffered injuries, although not gunshot-related.
A suspect, whose identity has yet to be publicly disclosed, was promptly apprehended in the aftermath of the incident.
The police confirmed that the man was heavily armed, possessing a rifle, a handgun, and multiple spare magazines, all while clad in a ballistic vest.
Remarkably, the law enforcement officers managed to arrest him without any exchange of gunfire.
The details surrounding the shooting remain sparse as the police continue their investigations.
They have, however, hinted at the potential involvement of multiple crime scenes.
Reacting to the shocking event, Philadelphia’s Mayor, Jim Kenney, expressed his deep dismay in a social media post.
The Mayor voiced his horror, saying, “horrified” and empathized with the victims and their kin, saying his thoughts were with the victims and their families.
Further details on this developing story are awaited as the city reels from this traumatic incident.
