Police investigate Center City shooting, attempted robbery

CENTER CITY (WTXF) - Police are investigating a shooting that happened early Tuesday morning in Center City.

Authorities say two men were walking near 15th and Locust, when another man approached them and attempted to rob the men.

As the two ran away, one of the men was shot in the arm.

Witnesses say the shooter ran down Locust Street and got away.

The man who was shot is in critical condition but is expected to be okay.

Police are hoping nearby cameras will help in their investigation.