Suspect critical after being shot by police officer in East Mount Airy, officials say
PHILADELPHIA - A shooting involving a police officer and a suspect erupted on the street's of Philadelphia's East Mount Airy overnight.
Police say an officer discharged their weapon several times, striking a suspect on the 1500 block of East Johnson Street shortly after midnight Saturday.
The suspect was transported to a local hospital, where he is said to be in critical condition. The officer did not sustain any injuries.
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Police have yet to release any details on what led to the shooting.