Bicyclist Shot Several Times in West Philly

A man is fighting for his life after a shooting in West Philadelphia.

Police say the victim, who is in his 40’s, was riding his bike on the 4900 block of West Thompson Street around 10:30 p.m. Tuesday night when an unidentified gunman opened fire.

The man was struck several times and the suspect fled the scene. The victim was taken to the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania where he is currently in critical condition.

No arrests have been made at this time. Police continue to investigate.

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