Philadelphia

7-Year-Old Injured After Shots Fired Into Home

Police say the kid received a gunshot wound to the abdomen after shots were fired into a residence on the 209 block of E Collom St., at around 9:25 p.m.

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Philadelphia Police said a 7-year-old kid was shot inside a home in northwest Philadelphia Saturday night

Police say the kid received a gunshot wound to the right leg after shots were fired into a residence on the 209 block of E Collom St., at around 9:25 p.m.

the child was transportes to the hospital where he was listed in stable condition.

A 17-year-old teen was taken into custody with a loaded gun although it is unknown if he is connected to the shooting.

There are additional resources for people or communities that have endured gun violence in Philadelphia. Further information can be found here.

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