Crime
At least 13 people shot, 3 killed, in Grays Ferry area of Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A mass shooting in the Grays Ferry neighborhood has left three people dead and at least 13 shot, according to police sources.
The incident occurred along the 1200 block of South Etting Street late Sunday evening and marks the latest in a series of mass shootings in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia Police confirmed that multiple victims were transported to area hospitals — some by private vehicles — as the number of shooting victims continued to rise.
Authorities described the situation as involving a “double-digit number of victims,” with three fatalities confirmed so far.
This is the second mass shooting in Philadelphia in just two days. On Saturday, eight people were shot in a separate incident.
It is also the city’s third mass shooting since Memorial Day, when two people were killed and 11 others injured during gunfire at Lemon Hill in Fairmount Park.
A heavy police presence remains in the Grays Ferry area as investigators search for evidence and potential suspects.
No arrests have been announced, and the motive remains under investigation.
Residents are urged to contact the Philadelphia Police Department or submit tips anonymously by calling 215-686-TIPS.
Authorities continue to ask for the public’s cooperation as they work to piece together the events surrounding this latest act of gun violence.
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (Baltimore County) — Authorities are investigating a multiple-victim stabbing that left two people critically injured in Owings Mills.
According to preliminary information, Baltimore County Police and emergency medical personnel responded to the 12300 block of Greenspring Avenue following reports of a stabbing.
Upon arrival, first responders located two victims suffering from severe stab wounds, both classified as priority-one patients.
Emergency crews requested a medical helicopter due to the seriousness of the injuries.
A landing zone was established at Ridge Road and Greenspring Avenue.
One victim was transported by medevac, while the second victim was transported by ground ambulance to a nearby trauma center.
Initial reports indicate that the caller may have stabbed both of his parents.
Police confirmed that a possible suspect has been detained at the scene.
Authorities have not yet released the identities of the victims or the suspect.
The investigation remains active and ongoing, and additional information will be released as it becomes available.