Philadelphia Mayor Addresses Weekend Gun Violence

Over the weekend, Philadelphia experienced a surge in gun violence, resulting in at least 25 people shot and three fatalities across multiple incidents from Friday to Sunday. The violence began on Friday at Dilworth Park, where three teenagers were shot, one critically injured. Subsequent shootings included a quintuple shooting at a North Philadelphia intersection and a double shooting at a bar, among others. Mayor Cherelle Parker is set to address the violence alongside police officials, outlining plans for increased safety measures. Authorities are still searching for suspects linked to the shootings, with a 14-year-old suspect charged as an adult for the Dilworth Park incident. The city remains on high alert as they navigate the aftermath of these tragic events during the holiday season.