A pregnant woman was shot on returning from the baby shower. Let’s dig in and know more about Philadelphia shooting case.
According to authorities, a pregnant mother was unloading gifts from her baby shower in northeast Philadelphia when she was approached by someone who shot and killed her and her unborn kid.
Pregnant Woman Shot in Philadelphia – Who Killed Her?
Around 8:30 p.m., the incident occurred in the 6100 block of Palmetto Street.
The 32-year-old lady was shot in the head and stomach, according to police.
The lady and her unborn kid were both confirmed dead at Einstein Medical Center a short time later.
At the scene, approximately 11 bullet casings were discovered. The woman may have been targeted, according to investigators.
According to authorities, the mother was leaving her baby shower with a car full of gifts when the shooting began.
Many people in the community are terrified as a result of the incident.
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The gunman who killed the woman is still on the loose. There were no weapons seized from the scene, according to authorities.
Police are asking everyone with information to phone 215-686-TIPS.
Philadelphia Death Case -The City Offers $50K Reward
Following the deadly shooting of a pregnant mother and her unborn child on Saturday night, the City of Philadelphia is offering a $50,000 reward.
On Sunday, Mayor Jim Kenney announced the reward for anyone who can provide information that leads to an arrest in this unfortunate case.
According to police, the unidentified pregnant mother and her unborn child were shot to death in the Crescentville neighborhood of the City just after returning home after her baby shower.
After receiving reports of a shooting, police officers from the Philadelphia Police Department were dispatched to the 6100 block of Palmetto Street.
Investigators believe the 32-year-old woman, who was seven months pregnant, was shot in the head and stomach while bringing baby shower gifts inside.
This news is deeply upsetting and heartbreaking. My heart goes out to the victim’s loved ones during this painful time.
The City is offering a $50,000 reward for information that leads to an arrest. Contact @phillypolice by calling or texting 215-686-8477.https://t.co/lOgwx1WcUj
— Jim #VaxUpPhilly Kenney (@PhillyMayor) November 21, 2021