Tragedy in Philly: Car rally shooting leaves 2 dead, 8 hurt
In Philadelphia, a dramatic shooting occurred during a car rally, leaving two people dead and eight wounded. Among the victims are minors.
What you need to know
- Where and when did the shooting occur? The incident happened around 10:30 PM local time.
- How many people were affected? Two people were killed, and eight were injured.
- Who are the victims? Minors are among the victims, though their ages are currently unknown.
The shooting happened during a car rally at the intersection of Lemon Hill Drive and Poplar Drive. According to CBS News, the event occurred around 10:30 PM local time. Two people were killed at the scene, and eight sustained injuries.
The 6abc news portal noted that Fairmount Park was bustling that day, with hundreds of people, including entire families, gathering for Memorial Day barbecues.
Minors among the victims
ABC News, citing police sources, reports that minors are among the shooting victims. The exact ages of the deceased have not yet been determined.
At least four of the injured were taken to the hospital, and one individual was also hit by a car.
Photos and videos posted online reveal scenes of smashed cars, among other things.
