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Police: 17-Year-Old Fighting For Life After North Philadelphia Shooting

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Philadelphia continues to be plagued by gun violence. One of the latest victims is a 17-year-old boy who is now fighting for his life after police say he was shot twice Saturday morning.

This happened along 500 block of West York Street just after 2 a.m.

Police say the teen was shot once in the back and once in the stomach. He was rushed to a nearby hospital where he is listed in critical condition.

So far, no arrests have been made.

This shooting came just hours after another 17-year-old was gunned down in North Philadelphia Friday night.

For a list of gun violence resources in Philadelphia, click here.

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