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Police: Man shot and killed after forcing his way into Frankford home
Police say a man who forced his way into a home in Frankford was shot and killed by an occupant.
PHILADELPHIA - Police are investigating a deadly shooting that happened overnight in Frankford.
The incident happened at approximately 11:30 p.m. Monday on the 1800 block of Sanger Street.
Investigators say a 34-year-old man went to the home looking for his ex-girlfriend when he kicked the door in. According to authorities, the door was completely kicked off the hinges.
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Preliminary investigation says at least four shots were fired.
A man inside the home, who police say has a permit to carry, shot the man in the chest and leg. He died at the scene.
Several witnesses, including the shooter, are cooperating with police on the matter.
A handgun was recovered at the scene. Police will be using private surveillance camera footage to help them during their investigation.
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