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Wednesday, August 5, 2026 12:14PM

Man shot in chest in Allentown

WPVI

ALLENTOWN, Pa. (WPVI) — Police are investigating after a man was shot in the chest in Allentown late Tuesday night.

There was a heavy police response on the 200 block of East Union Street around 11 p.m.

At least 10 shell casings were found at the scene.

There is no word on the victim’s condition.

Police are still searching for the gunman.

The shooting remains under investigation.

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