URGENT UPDATE: A 28-year-old woman was shot during a violent dispute between two neighboring families in Philadelphia’s West Oak Lane section on Wednesday evening. The incident took place around 5 p.m. along Ogontz Avenue, prompting an immediate police response as the situation escalated.
According to Philadelphia police, the woman was critically injured after being shot in the side of her chest. Her family attempted to transport her to the hospital in a private vehicle, but when officers arrived, they quickly transferred her to a patrol car, emphasizing the urgency of her condition. Police confirmed that her life depended on the swift action taken to get her to Einstein Medical Center.
Investigators report that multiple shots were fired from two locations, utilizing two different caliber semi-automatic weapons.
“So, we know five shots were fired from two separate caliber semi-automatic weapons,”
stated Chief Inspector Scott Small. Surveillance cameras in the area have been located and will be a key part of the ongoing investigation.
Police are currently questioning two men connected to the incident. One of the men was found with a gun at the scene, but authorities are still determining if he was involved in the shooting. The second man has been detained on an unrelated felony warrant and is being interrogated about the shooting as well.
The motive behind the dispute remains unclear, leaving residents on edge as police continue their investigation. This incident highlights the escalating tensions in neighborhoods and the potential for conflicts to turn violent.
As authorities work diligently to piece together the events that led to this shooting, police urge anyone with information to come forward. The community is left shaken, emphasizing the urgent need for conflict resolution and safety measures in residential areas.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
