Eight teenagers from Northeast High School were the victims of a horrific shooting on Wednesday afternoon, leaving the community shaken and searching for answers.
The incident unfolded near a SEPTA bus stop, where the students were likely waiting to head home after school. According to the Philadelphia Police Department, three masked gunmen emerged from a dark blue Hyundai Sonata and unleashed a barrage of gunfire, firing over 30 shots at the unsuspecting teens.
Thankfully, no bystanders were injured, but tragically, all eight students were struck by gunfire. Surveillance footage released by the police shows the alleged shooters speeding away from the scene in the Hyundai.
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Authorities are still searching for the gunmen, who remain unidentified. During a press conference on Thursday, Philadelphia Police Deputy Commissioner of Investigations Frank Vanore stated, "We now know the car wasn't driving itself, so there's likely a fourth person involved. Unfortunately, we don't have a detailed description of this individual at this time."
Adding to the grim situation, the stolen car used in the attack was recovered later that night by highway patrol.
All eight victims were rushed to local hospitals for treatment. Their ages ranged from 15 to 17, and tragically, one victim, a 17-year-old boy, was critically injured after being shot nine times.
"Doctors are cautiously optimistic about his recovery," Deputy Commissioner Vanore shared, "but he remains in critical condition. Our thoughts and prayers are with him during this difficult time."
Investigators are meticulously combing through evidence left at the scene, which includes shell casings from three different guns. The motive behind this senseless act of violence remains unclear.
"We're still piecing things together," Deputy Commissioner Vanore stated. "The attackers targeted the group directly, and it appears one student may have been the intended primary target, but we're yet to confirm that."
The shooting comes just days after another incident at a SEPTA bus stop on Monday, where a 17-year-old lost their life, and four others were injured (according to CBS News).
This string of violence has understandably caused worry and fear within the community. Police are urging anyone with information regarding the Wednesday shooting to come forward.
This tragedy highlights the urgent need for solutions to address gun violence and keep our communities safe.
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