Just after midnight on Tuesday, a SEPTA Route 65 bus rolling through Roxborough was hit by gunfire, leaving a bullet hole in the vehicle and forcing it out of service. The driver was not hurt, and no passengers were on board when the shot apparently struck the bus, as per NBC10 Philadelphia.
SEPTA officials told police the damage was discovered near the intersection of Magdalena Street and East Walnut Lane, and the bus was pulled from service once the hole was found, according to NBC10 Philadelphia. Authorities said the investigation is ongoing and did not immediately release any information about suspects or witnesses.
Where the Shot Landed
Officials said the bullet punctured the vehicle close to Magdalena Street and East Walnut Lane. Police inspected the bus, and it was removed from service for safety checks. The Route 65 runs through the Walnut Lane and Roxborough corridor, according to SEPTA.
Transit Safety in Context
Shooting incidents that damage SEPTA vehicles or occur on agency property have recurred in recent years, prompting heightened security measures and increased policing on some lines. Past shootings and SEPTA efforts to enforce rules and test camera software that can detect weapons have been part of a broader push to keep riders and drivers safe, according to The Philadelphia Inquirer. City and transit officials have emphasized both enforcement and community-based prevention strategies after similar incidents.
Police have asked anyone with information or video to contact detectives as the probe continues, NBC10 Philadelphia reported. SEPTA said there were no reported injuries and did not report any immediate, systemwide service disruptions beyond removing the single vehicle from rotation.
Riders who travel through Roxborough or along Walnut Lane can monitor SEPTA service alerts and local police updates for any related changes or follow-up information. Anyone with tips or footage is urged to contact Philadelphia police so investigators can follow up.
