3 dead, 6 injured in shooting at West Philly block party

10 month ago

Philadelphia news, Pennsylvania news.

Three people were killed and six others wounded early Sunday when gunfire erupted at a packed block party in West Philadelphia.

Police said nearly 100 people attended the party in the 1200 block of North Alden Street.

The shooting was reported just after 2 a.m. The deceased victims were three males aged 23, 29, and 33.

The injured ranged in age from mid-20s to 30s. Their conditions ranged from stable to serious.

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  • A weapon and several spent bullets of multiple calibers were recovered from the scene.

    Police said there is a possibility the shooting was carried out by several gunmen.

    “Preliminary information indicates an exchange of gunfire between multiple parties resulting in a nonuple shooting and triple homicide,” authorities said.

    Anyone with information is asked to call the PPD anonymously at 215-686-TIPS (8477).