Police: Man shot in back during attempted robbery in Kensington

A man is hospitalized after an early morning attempted robbery Tuesday. 

The incident happened shortly after 2:30 a.m. at Emerald and Somerset Streets. 

Police say a 36-year-old man suffered a gunshot wound to the lower back during the incident.

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The victim was taken to Temple University Hospital by a private vehicle where he is currently listed in stable condition.

No weapon was found and no arrests have been made at this time.

The investigation is active and on-going with East Detectives Division.


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