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2 people shot in Chester, Pennsylvania; suspect in custody, police say

A suspect is in custody after two people were shot in Chester, Pennsylvania, Wednesday night, police said. 

The shooting happened in the area of 9th and Walnut streets at around 8:30 p.m., according to police. At least 25 spent shell casings were found at the scene.

The conditions of the people shot weren't immediately available. 

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It's unclear what led to the shooting.

Editor's note: Police previously said three people were shot, but then reported two people were struck by gunfire.

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