Road rage sparked deadly double shooting across street from Independence Mall: police

OLD CITY - Groups of people were enjoying a night out in Old City when several shots rang out, killing one man and injuring another.

Police say the double shooting broke out at 100 South Independence Mall around 9 p.m.

A 29-year-old, later identified as Luis Rios Jr., died at a local hospital after being shot twice. A second male victim arrived at the hospital with a gunshot wound to the arm. There were no details regarding the victim's identity or condition.

FOX 29's Eddie Kadhim was live at the scene, where he says several people were out and about during a busy Saturday night in Old City.

Two motorcycles could be seen behind police lines, but it is unclear if they were involved in the deadly shooting.

Investigators believe the Rios was among a group of motorcycle riders who became involved in an argument with the 36-year-old victim who was behind the wheel of a 2016 Cadillac. 

Police have not said what sparked the argument that escalated into gunshots. No arrests have been reported and no description of the suspects have been released.

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