Two people were killed and one hospitalized in a New Year’s Day shooting in Philadelphia, authorities report. The incident remains under investigation as police seek suspects. More details awaited.
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Two people were killed and another injured in a triple shooting on New Year’s Day in Northeast Philadelphia. Police are investigating the incident that has left the community shaken. No arrests have been made.