Security guard critically injured after he is shot in broad daylight on SEPTA train, police say

Security officer shot on SEPTA train

Philadelphia police are investigating the shooting of a security guard on a SEPTA train in Frankford.

FRANKFORD - A 27-year-old man was critically injured after he was shot in the leg on a SEPTA train at the Arrott Transportation Center.

The shooting happened Thursday afternoon, about 3:15, at 4700 Frankford Avenue, at the SEPTA Arrott Transportation Center, officials said. The gunfire was on the westbound Market-Frankford Line, officials said.

The 27-year-old man, who police said was a security guard and was on the job, was rushed to Temple University Hospital where he was listed in critical, but stable condition.

Security guard shot on SEPTA train

Philadelphia police say a security guard was critically injured after a shooting on a SEPTA train on the Market-Frankford Line.

Police say an active investigation is underway and a weapon was found. They note no arrests have been made. The Arrott Transportation Center is shut down as police investigate.

Guns and weapons aren’t the only issue for SEPTA.

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"Kids robbing people on the train. It’s always something. I’ve seen people get robbed on the train. So, I try to avoid the train. I try to take the bus because it feels safer," said a woman who did not want to be identified.

Others said the violence keeps them alert at all times. Commuter Eugene Hailey said, "I’m not surprised. The violence in the city is well noted. It’s about keeping your eyes and ears open. Protect yourself."

Thursday’s shooting comes just weeks after a teen was fatally shot on a SEPTA bus in Germantown. For his mother, she says it’s a sad way to have to live.

"It’s always something going on with these trains. They should have police on the train and make sure that people are able to ride back and forth safely," the mom said. "It should feel more safe for people and kids. Now we have to sit and worry if we’re gonna be possibly dealing with a shootout on the train with our kids."

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