Crime & Safety

Man Shot In Ambler Friday, Investigation Underway

Police have launched an investigation after a man was shot in Ambler on Friday afternoon.

AMBLER, PA — Police have launched an investigation after a man was shot in Ambler on Friday afternoon. The wound is not life-threatening.

The incident occurred at around 1:30 p.m. on the 200 block of N. Bethlehem Pike.

It's not yet clear what led to the shooting. Police said the victim, a man, was found with a gunshot wound to his leg.

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He was taken by ambulance to a nearby hospital.

No further details were provided by authorities.

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If you have any information, contact police at 215-646-1000, extension 102.

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