Watch CBS News

Fatal Shooting In South Philadelphia Under Investigation

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) - Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting in South Philadelphia Monday afternoon.

Police say the 16-year-old boy was shot three times - in the left side of his head, right side of his chest and left thigh - near 19th and Federal streets a little after 3 p.m.

He was rushed to Jefferson University Hospital where he later died.

There is no word on a possible motive. Police have not made any arrests at this time.

View CBS News In
CBS News App Open
Chrome Safari Continue
Be the first to know
Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting.