Crime
Two wounded after shooting at Broad and Packer in South Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Authorities are investigating a double shooting and vehicle crash that unfolded near Broad Street and Packer Avenue in South Philadelphia, creating a large and active crime scene.
According to preliminary reports from the Philadelphia Police Department’s 3rd District, officers responded to multiple 911 calls reporting gunfire in the area.
Upon arrival, officers located a vehicle crash and a male victim suffering from two gunshot wounds to the chest inside one of the vehicles.
The victim was treated at the scene by Philadelphia Fire Department Medic 11 and transported to Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, where he remains in extremely critical condition and unresponsive, officials said.
A second male victim was found a short distance away after witnesses reported that he had run into Chickie’s & Pete’s restaurant seeking help following the gunfire.
Officers located the man inside with a gunshot wound to the abdomen.
He was transported by Medic 112 to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, where he is listed in critical condition.
Investigators believe the incident began near Broad and Juniper Streets, when the shooter—driving a black Acura SUV—opened fire on the driver of an Audi. The gunfire continued as both vehicles traveled toward Broad and Packer, where the Audi ultimately crashed into a Toyota Corolla.
The driver of the Toyota told police that the suspect continued firing several additional rounds into the Audi before fleeing the scene at high speed.
It remains unclear how the second victim is connected to the incident or at what exact location he was struck by gunfire.
Police have recovered a large number of shell casings, with approximately 10 found near one location and 8 more at another, indicating multiple active crime scenes stretching across several blocks.
Officers have cordoned off the area, and traffic along Broad Street from Oregon Avenue to Packer Avenue remains heavily restricted as the Philadelphia Shooting Investigation Group processes evidence and reviews surveillance footage.
The suspect remains at large, and the motive for the shooting is under active investigation.
Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Saturday morning during a domestic altercation at an apartment on Mel Smith Road, located in an unincorporated area outside New Albany.
The Floyd County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) received the initial emergency call at approximately 5:39 a.m. on November 15, 2025, reporting a disturbance involving family members.
While officers were en route, additional information indicated that shots had been fired inside the residence.
Upon arrival, deputies encountered a domestic situation involving a mother and her two adult sons.
Officers immediately secured the scene and began administering medical aid to one of the men who had sustained gunshot wounds.
The second male remained at the location and cooperated fully with responding officers.
The injured individual was transported to a nearby hospital; however, he later died as a result of his injuries.
Detectives with the Floyd County Criminal Investigations Division (CID) have taken over the case and processed the scene for evidence.
Early findings suggest the shooting may have occurred in self-defense, though officials emphasize that the investigation is still in its preliminary stages.
The Floyd County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that the incident was isolated and that there is no ongoing threat to the public.
Authorities state that additional updates will be released as the investigation progresses and more information becomes available.
The case remains active.