Two Philadelphia Police Officers Critically Shot in West Philadelphia
Two Philadelphia police officers were critically shot multiple times in West Philadelphia early Saturday morning. The suspect, identified by sources as Eric Lewis, is an employee of the Philadelphia Water Department.
Philadelphia, PA, October 10, 2026 — Two police officers were critically injured after being shot multiple times in West Philadelphia early Saturday morning. The incident occurred in the early hours of the day.
The officers sustained multiple gunshot wounds and were transported to a local hospital in critical condition. Details regarding the specific circumstances leading up to the shooting, including the exact time and location within West Philadelphia, were not immediately available.
Authorities have identified a suspect in connection with the shootings. Sources indicate the individual is named Eric Lewis and is reportedly an employee of the Philadelphia Water Department. Information regarding Lewis’s current whereabouts or any apprehension status was not provided.
The investigation into the incident is ongoing. Further details, including the names of the injured officers and the specific nature of their injuries beyond being critically shot multiple times, were not publicly disclosed at this time. The Philadelphia Police Department is expected to release more information as the investigation progresses.
Story summarized from the original created by Rob Tornoe, Maggie Prosser, Ellie Rushing, Anna Orso on www.inquirer.com, see more information here.
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