PHILADELPHIA — A night of chaos unfolded near Fairmount Park on Monday as gunfire erupted, leaving at least one person dead and several others injured, according to early reports.
What We Know So Far:
The shooting was reported around 10:30 p.m. near Lemon Drive, close to Lemon Hill playground and basketball courts in North Philadelphia.
Authorities confirm that at least one person was fatally shot.
Several others were injured, with unconfirmed reports suggesting that some of the victims may be juveniles.
Police believe the violence may have erupted during a large gathering that drew hundreds of people to the area.
What’s Still Unclear:
The total number of those injured has not been confirmed.
No details have been released about potential suspects or a motive.
On the Ground:
FOX 29’s Steve Keeley reported from the scene, where stunned witnesses were seen leaving the area. Reactions from those present captured the fear and confusion that gripped the crowd.
TrendCatch News will continue to monitor this developing story and provide updates as more information becomes available.