April 26, 2016
Philadelphia police are investigating after a father allegedly shot his son Tuesday afternoon following an argument in the Mayfair section of Northeast Philadelphia.
According to authorities, the incident occurred around 1 p.m. near the intersection of Princeton Avenue and Sackett Street, 6ABC reports.
Investigators said the dispute began while the father and son drove together in a vehicle. The car eventually pulled over and the argument escalated until the father shot his son. The suspect surrendered to authorities and a weapon was recovered at the scene.
The 38-year-old victim was taken to Aria-Frankford Hospital, where he was listed in critical condition.
It is not yet clear what charges the father will face in the shooting.