Philadelphia Reels from Fourth SEPTA Shooting in a Week

Officials vow to combat gun violence as commuters and students express concern over safety on public transit.

A shooting near a SEPTA bus in Northeast Philadelphia injured eight high school students, marking the fourth incident on the transit system in as many days.
City officials, including Mayor Cherelle L. Parker and Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel, promise increased policing and measures to ensure public safety.
Despite the violence, many commuters, including those with children, continue to rely on SEPTA for transportation, citing economic necessity.
The Philadelphia Police Department releases surveillance footage in hopes of identifying the suspects involved in the latest shooting.
Community responses vary, with some expressing resignation to the violence and others calling for more effective solutions to gun violence.