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Man shot while crossing the street in Southwest Philadelphia, police say

Man hit by gunfire while crossing street in Southwest Philadelphia
Man hit by gunfire while crossing street in Southwest Philadelphia 00:38

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A man in his 40s or 50s was shot crossing the street in Southwest Philadelphia. Police say it happened at the intersection of Elmwood Avenue and 63rd Street at about 4 p.m. on Sunday.

Two cars fired shots at each other and the man was hit in the back. At least eight shots were fired. 

Police say the man was placed in critical condition. 

Police believe the motive for the shooting might be gang-related. 

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