Child shot in Southwest Philly rushed to CHOP expected to survive

A child was shot in Southwest Philadelphia and remains in stable condition as police investigate the evening attack.
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PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — A juvenile male was shot Thursday evening on South 57th Street in the city’s 12th District and remains hospitalized in stable condition, Philadelphia police confirmed.


Key Points

  • The shooting occurred around 7:03 p.m. on April 10 on the 2000 block of South 57th Street.
  • A juvenile male was transported by police to the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP).
  • The victim is in stable condition; the Shooting Investigation Group is leading the case.

Police responded quickly to the scene

According to preliminary information released by authorities, officers responded to a reported shooting at approximately 7:03 p.m. on Thursday. The incident took place on the 2000 block of South 57th Street in Southwest Philadelphia.

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Upon arrival, officers found a juvenile male suffering from a gunshot wound. Police immediately transported the victim to CHOP.

Victim listed in stable condition

As of Thursday night, the child was listed in stable condition. Police did not release the victim’s exact age or details regarding the events that led to the shooting.

No arrests have been announced, and no suspect description has been provided.

Investigation underway by shooting unit

The case is now under investigation by the Philadelphia Police Department’s Shooting Investigation Group. Authorities stated that updates will be provided as more information becomes available.