URGENT UPDATE: A 75-year-old man has been accused of shooting his 52-year-old wife multiple times inside their home in the Oxford Circle section of Philadelphia late Sunday night. The shocking incident occurred on the 1300 block of Hale Street at approximately 11 p.m.
Police report that the victim suffered three graze wounds to her head, neck, and chest. She was immediately rushed to the hospital where she is currently listed in stable condition. The couple’s son and his girlfriend were also present in the home during the incident, but thankfully, they were unharmed.
Authorities confirmed that the husband complied with police instructions and turned over the firearm used in the shooting. This developing situation has left the local community in shock as details continue to emerge.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear, and police are actively investigating the motives behind this violent act. Residents in the area are urged to stay alert as this case unfolds.
As this story develops, officials will provide further updates. Stay tuned for more information on this alarming incident that underscores the urgent issue of domestic violence.
