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PHILADELPHIA – Philadelphia police are investigating a deadly shooting that happened early Saturday in the city’s Ogontz neighborhood area.

What we know:

Officers from the 35th District responded to the 5900 block of North Lambert Street around 12:22 a.m. after receiving reports of gunfire. When they arrived, they found a man suffering after being shot.

Medics pronounced the victim dead at 12:35 a.m. at the scene. His name has not been released as detectives work to notify relatives.

Authorities have not released details on a motive or any possible suspects. The case remains an active homicide investigation.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Philadelphia Police Department or submit a tip anonymously by calling 215-686-TIPS (8477).

The Source: Information in this article was sourced from the Philadelphia Police Department.

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