Woman, 19, fatally shot in the chest in Frankford, officials say

Philadelphia police are investigating the shooting death of a 19-year-old woman in Frankford.

Philadelphia police are investigating a shooting that killed a young woman, in Frankford.

Officials said police responded to a report of a shooting on the 2000 block of Bridge Street around 9:30 Saturday night.

When they arrived, they found the 19-year-old woman suffering from a gunshot wound to the chest. 

According to police, she was later identified as Cyanni Hammond. 

Medics attempted to save her, but she died at the location.

Philadelphia Police Inspector DF Pace stated a person of interest is in custody, though the shooting is actively being investigated. No arrests have been made.

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