Crime
Video Shows Moments Philadelphia Officer Shot Outside Overbrook High School
PHILADELPHIA – A Philadelphia police officer was shot Wednesday afternoon while responding to a violent altercation outside Overbrook High School, according to law enforcement sources.
The incident occurred just before 3:00 p.m. near the intersection of 59th and West Oxford Streets, directly across from the school, shortly after classes had been dismissed for the day.
Cellphone footage from the scene captured a chaotic brawl involving multiple individuals, which rapidly escalated into gunfire.
Sources familiar with the investigation, speaking on the condition of anonymity, stated that the officer was attempting to intervene and restore order when he was struck by a bullet in the abdomen.
Emergency responders arrived on scene promptly, and the injured officer was transported to a nearby hospital.
His condition has not yet been publicly disclosed.
Police have not confirmed whether any arrests have been made in connection with the shooting.
The area around the school was cordoned off as investigators collected evidence and reviewed surveillance and cellphone footage.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident and are working to identify those involved in the altercation and subsequent shooting.
Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Philadelphia Police Department or submit tips anonymously through local tip lines.
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody following a shooting incident at the Meridian Mall on Friday afternoon.
As a result, the lockdown at the mall has been lifted.
The Meridian Township Police Department issued a public advisory just before 2:00 p.m., urging residents and shoppers to avoid the area near the Dick’s Sporting Goods entrance while officers conducted an active investigation at the scene.
At this time, police have not released specific details regarding the nature of the shooting, including whether anyone was injured or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s arrest.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident and are expected to provide additional information as it becomes available.
The public is asked to remain clear of the immediate area to allow for the ongoing investigation.