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Police: Man Shot Several Times While Sitting In Vehicle

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PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Authorities say a 27-year-old man has been shot several times in the East Oak Lane section of the city.

Police reported to 65th Avenue and Front Street around 10:45 Sunday evening.

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When police arrived, they found shell casings but no victim. They later learned someone drove the man to the hospital.

The victim was shot several times while sitting in a vehicle, police say.

"We don't know if he was a driver or a passenger," said Philadelphia Police Chief Inspector Scott Small. "A male walked up and fired multiple shots into a vehicle, striking the victim, as well as the vehicle."

The victim is in critical condition with gunshot wounds to the stomach and chest.

No arrests have been made at this time.

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