Tragedy struck in West Philadelphia on Friday night when a 31-year-old man became the city’s latest victim of gun violence. The incident, as reported by FOX29, occurred on the 5900 block of Callowhill Street shortly after 9 p.m. Responding to the eruption of gunfire, police found the man riddled with multiple gunshot wounds across his body. Despite being rushed to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, the unidentified man succumbed to his injuries.

Authorities are seeking information from the public to aid in their investigation, with no arrests yet made in connection to the shooting. The Philadelphia Police Homicide Unit, who are presently heading the investigation, have not yet recovered any weapons associated with the crime. In a statement obtained by NBC Philadelphia, Inspector Michael Gormley revealed that at least 20 spent shell casings from different caliber weapons were discovered at the scene, indicating the possible involvement of multiple firearms.

While the details surrounding the circumstances of the shooting remain unclear, local resources are available for individuals and communities affected by gun violence. Interested parties seeking support can find additional information here, with services intended to assist in the aftermath of such traumatic incidents.

The investigation into this fatal event continues, as the Police Homicide Unit probes through the night in an effort to uncover leads. According to a report by The Inquirer, the man was pronounced dead at 9:23 p.m. after being transported to the hospital by the police. Officials are urging anyone with information to come forward and offer any tips, as all contributions are confidential and could lead to a breakthrough in the case.