Woman, 27, dies after being shot in the head in Northeast Philadelphia

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Monday, May 5, 2025
Woman, 27, dies after being shot in the head in Northeast Philadelphia
Police are investigating a fatal shooting in Northeast Philadelphia.

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Police are investigating a fatal shooting in Northeast Philadelphia.

It happened around 9:50 a.m. Monday in the 2800 block of Norcross Lane.

Investigators say that's where a 27-year-old woman was shot in the head.

Medics pronounced her dead at the scene.

Nearby resident John Doria says he came home to the chaotic scene.

"I was just shocked to see all the cops because you don't usually see that around here," he said.

There is no word on the motive for the shooting or if police have any suspects.

Anyone with information is asked to call or text Philadelphia police at 215-686-TIPS (8477) or submit an anonymous tip online.

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