PHILADELPHIA, January 27, 2026 — Two teenagers were hospitalized Tuesday evening after a shooting in North Philadelphia, prompting a search for a male suspect, according to police.
Teens Injured in North Philadelphia Shooting
The incident unfolded near Cecil B. Moore Street, leaving a 14-year-old and a 15-year-old in stable condition.
- The shooting occurred around 7:15 p.m. on January 27 in the 2400 block of Cecil B. Moore Street.
- A 14-year-old sustained a gunshot wound to the stomach, while a 15-year-old was shot in the ankle.
- Both teens sought help at a nearby home after the shooting.
- Police are investigating the incident and believe it may have stemmed from an argument.
- The Philadelphia Police Department’s Shooting Investigation Group is handling the case.
The shooting took place around 7:15 p.m. near the 2400 block of Cecil B. Moore Street, police reported. After being shot, the two teenagers ran to a nearby home seeking assistance.
Upon arriving at the scene, officers found the 14-year-old with a gunshot wound to the stomach and the 15-year-old with a gunshot wound to the ankle, officials said. Both were transported to a local hospital and are currently listed in stable condition.
Philadelphia Police Chief Inspector Scott Small indicated that investigators believe the shooting may have been the result of an argument. “We heard this shooting may have started after an argument,” Small told reporters.
The Philadelphia Police Department’s Shooting Investigation Group is actively working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting. While no arrests have been made, authorities are currently searching for a male suspect.
What is the current status of the investigation? The Philadelphia Police Department’s Shooting Investigation Group is actively investigating the incident and searching for a male suspect. No arrests have been made at this time.
