By Gary Mercante / Philly Police Blog
On December 30, 2018, at 10:35 pm, the victims, three 19 year-old males, were inside 617 West Erie Avenue when they were involved in an altercation with an unknown male. After the altercation the suspect left and a short time later returned firing a handgun through the front door toward the victims striking all three victims then fled. The victims were transported to Temple where they were treated for gunshot wounds to the back, abdomen, and right leg to victims 1 & 2, and victim #3 sustained a graze wound to the left side of his chest.
- Suspect Description: Hispanic or black male, light complexion, medium build, wearing a red and blue jacket, and armed with a handgun.
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