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Woman shot near Temple University campus
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Woman shot near Temple University campus

A 22-year-old woman was shot in the right knee Friday evening on North Broad Street near the Temple University campus, police said.

Police said the woman was shot in the 1800 block of North Broad Street just before 5:40 p.m.

He was transported by paramedics to Temple University Hospital. His condition was not immediately available.

Police said one person was detained and a gun was seized.

It was not known whether the woman had any connection with the university.

Temple University posted an alert on social media reporting a shooting incident in the 1800 block of North Broad Street. A university spokesman said more information would be provided Friday night.

There was a heavy police presence in the area of ​​Cecil B. Moore Boulevard and Broad Street, where large groups of youth were holding meetings via social media. Police reported that some of these people were arrested.

This is a developing story and will be updated.