PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia Police Department’s Shooting Investigations Group is investigating a shooting that left a 16-year-old male in critical but stable condition Monday night in North Philadelphia.
The shooting occurred at approximately 8:24 p.m. at the intersection of North 27th Street and West Oakdale Street, according to police. The victim sustained a single gunshot wound to his left knee and was transported by officers to Temple University Hospital.
The scene has been secured, but no arrests have been made, and no weapons were recovered, authorities said.
Police are urging anyone with information regarding the incident to contact the Shooting Investigations Group at 215-686-8270 or provide anonymous tips through the PPD tip line at 215-686-TIPS (8477).
The investigation is ongoing, and no further information was immediately available.