Rideshare driver wounded during attempted carjacking in Oxford Circle, police say
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PHILADELPHIA - Police say a rideshare driver was hit by gunfire while speeding away from an armed carjacker Tuesday night in Oxford Circle.
According to police, the 29-year-old victim was sitting inside his vehicle when he was approached by a man armed with a gun who tried to steal his car.
Investigators said the suspect fired at least two shots at the victim's car as he sped away.
The driver suffered a gaze wound to the back, according to police.
No arrests were reported immediately after the shooting.
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