Father Shoots His Own Son During Dispute [Breaking News]
Merely an hour ago, a Philadelphia man shot his son, 38, in the chest following a dispute in Northeast Philly.
#BREAKING: Father shoots son in chest in Mayfair. Happened on Sackett near Princeton. #chopper6 on scene. @6abc pic.twitter.com/DtNQibSbU1
— Chuck McDade (@Squared6abc) April 26, 2016
Police have confirmed that the incident took place in Mayfair, near Sackett Street. According to ABC News, Chopper 6 was on scene along with a number of law enforcement officers.
The shooting victim was rushed to Aria Torresdale Hospital, where he remains in critical condition. The man’s father was arrested, and police have now recovered what they believe to be the gun used in the crime.
There is currently no information regarding the dispute that prompted the shooting. At this time, the names of the both the father and son are being withheld.
This is a breaking news story; stay tuned to the Inquisitr for updates as the story unfolds.
#BREAKING: Police say Father Shoots Son in #Mayfairhttps://t.co/zZqIPIbt5K pic.twitter.com/rFOLdGiW5T
— FOX 29 (@FOX29philly) April 26, 2016
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