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Mother and 5-Month-Old Shot in West Philadelphia Home During Pre-Dawn Attack

Police seek a silver truck linked to a gunman at large.

Overview

  • Philadelphia police say at least six shots were fired inside a residence on Robinson Street around 4:25 a.m.
  • The victims were identified as 43-year-old Alayiah Hill and her five-month-old daughter, with both struck in the legs.
  • Hill and her baby underwent surgery and are expected to recover, according to local reporting citing police.
  • Investigators say the shooter fled, and they are searching for a silver truck believed to be tied to the escape.
  • Officials report other people in the home, including Hill’s sister and another child, were unharmed, and no suspect identity or motive has been released.