Philadelphia police are investigating an incident that occurred in the 5000 block of Parkside Avenue at around 9:16 p.m. on a Thursday evening. According to initial reports, the medical personnel found a person on the side of the road with blunt force trauma to their face and a gunshot wound to the chest.
Witnesses reported that someone driving a light-colored SUV had thrown the person out of the vehicle as it was traveling eastbound on the roadway. The victim was pronounced dead after being taken to the hospital. Police learned that the victim lived close to where the incident occurred. Police are investigating video from a nearby adult daycare center and speaking to witnesses to determine what happened. No one was identified as a suspect, and no motive is understood at this time.
Determining Who Is At Fault
A comprehensive investigation is likely to happen. Some in the area of the accident believe that there has been an increase in incidents recently and that the police and the city need to do more to improve security in the area. The neighborhood in West Philadelphia is not necessarily known for being very dangerous, but recent reports from within the community have raised concerns about safety.
If you are the victim of unsafe conditions or you are hurt because someone else was negligent in ensuring your safety, hire a legal team ready to fight for you. At Kwartler Manus, our attorneys are available to help those in West Philadelphia get answers to such situations.