Investigators also say a transgender woman was attacked by the suspect who allegedly shouted homophobic slurs.
PHILADELPHIA -- Philadelphia police are investigating a shooting and attack in the city's Kensington neighborhood Sunday morning.
Just before 5 a.m., two women were shot and a third woman was attacked on the 300 block of East Westmoreland Street. Police say a 22-year-old woman was shot in the arm and a female teenager was grazed by a bullet. Both females were placed in stable condition at an area hospital."There was an altercation. The man waited outside then attacked her, then shot sister and friend," said Philadelphia transgender advocate Deja Alvarez.Investigators say the suspect shouted homophobic slurs at the victim. The incident is being investigated as a hate crime.
"The Philadelphia Police Department is investigating this heinous incident. Any acts of hate or intolerance are unacceptable and will not be tolerated in Philadelphia. The City's Office of LGBT Affairs is working with partners to remain briefed on this incident and remain available for support."
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