Three people were shot and killed at a party in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, early Sunday, police told local ABC News’ station WPVI.
Ten people were shot, including those who were killed, as gunfire erupted on the 1200 booth of North Alden Street at about 2 a.m., the Philadelphia Police told WPVI, adding that more than 100 people were at the scene for the party.
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Three people were killed and several others injured in a shooting at a party in Philadelphia over the weekend, according to police reports. The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday morning at a gathering in the city’s West Oak Lane neighborhood.
Authorities responded to reports of gunfire at the party and arrived to find a chaotic scene with multiple victims. Three individuals were pronounced dead at the scene, while several others were taken to local hospitals with injuries ranging from minor to critical.
The identities of the victims have not been released, and police are still investigating the motive behind the shooting. No arrests have been made so far, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.
This tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing issue of gun violence in Philadelphia and across the country. According to data from the Gun Violence Archive, there have been over 300 mass shootings in the United States so far this year, resulting in hundreds of deaths and injuries.
Community leaders and activists are calling for action to address the root causes of gun violence, including poverty, lack of access to mental health services, and easy access to firearms. They are also advocating for stricter gun control measures to prevent future tragedies like the one that occurred at the Philadelphia party.
In the meantime, residents of Philadelphia are mourning the loss of the three individuals who lost their lives in this senseless act of violence. Our thoughts are with their families and loved ones during this difficult time.
