Attempted robbery and shooting leaves a man critical

A shooting in West Philadelphia leaves one man in critical condition.

Police responded a little after 1:30 in the afternoon May 5 to 54th and Delancy Streets.

Police discovered a 40-year-old male shot in the back during an attempted robbery.

The suspect is described as a bald man standing approximately 6'0." He was wearing a dark hoodie, ripped light blue jeans and white sneakers. He was reportedly carrying a shotgun.

The male victim was transported to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center and was listed in critical condition.