Man, 29, critical after shooting in Eastwick; suspect in custody, police say
EASTWICK - Philadelphia police are investigating a shooting that left a 29-year-old man in critical condition.
The shooting occurred on the 7000 block of Buist Avenue Wednesday night, just before 8:30, in Philadelphia’s Eastwick section.
Responding officers found the 29-year-old victim with a gunshot wound to his thigh.
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Police took the man to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, where he was listed in critical condition.
Police say a firearm was found and an arrest has been made. An investigation is ongoing.