18-year-old man shot while walking with friend on Philly street, police say

An 18-year-old man is hospitalized after police said he was shot while walking with a friend in Philadelphia’s Rhawnhurst neighborhood.

According to police, the incident happened around 12:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 5, 2025, on Chandler Street near Frontneac.

Police said the man and his friend were approached by three armed suspects who opened fire.

The 18-year-old man is expected to be okay after being shot twice in the stomach, according to police. The man’s friend was not hurt.

Police said the suspects fled in a white SUV.

At this time, police said no arrests have been made.

Cherise Lynch

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