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7-Year-Old Boy Struck By Stray Bullet During Shootout In East Germantown, Philadelphia Police Say

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A 7-year-old boy who was playing outside in East Germantown was hit by a stray bullet during a gun battle. Detectives say they found at least 11 spent shell casings at the scene on the 200 block of East Armstrong Street on Wednesday night.

They believe there was a shootout between two people or groups.

The little boy was hit by a bullet in his hand and is in stable condition.

Police have not made any arrests.

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

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