Northeast Philly Shooting: Woman in Custody – NBC10
- A woman is in custody following a fatal shooting early Sunday in Philadelphia's Holmesburg neighborhood, police said.
- Philadelphia police officers responded to a report of a shooting at approximately 12:15 a.m.
- According to police, the woman in custody claimed the 38-year-old victim, her husband, forced his way into the residence after returning home following a week-long absence.
A woman is in custody after a fatal domestic shooting in Northeast Philadelphia, confirmed by officials early Sunday.The incident, which occurred on Cottman Avenue, resulted in the death of a 38-year-old man. Police arrived at the scene to find the victim, who had sustained a gunshot wound, declared dead. Initial reports indicate the woman, who is now in custody, claims self-defense after her husband allegedly forced entry into the home, threatening her. The investigation is ongoing as authorities determine if charges will be filed following this tragic event. Further details, including the official cause of death and the final police report, are anticipated. For more breaking news, turn to News Directory 3. Discover what’s next as the Philadelphia Police Department continues its investigation.
Woman in Custody After Fatal Philadelphia Domestic Shooting
Updated May 25, 2025
A woman is in custody following a fatal shooting early Sunday in Philadelphia’s Holmesburg neighborhood, police said. The incident, a suspected domestic shooting, occurred on the 4400 block of Cottman Avenue.
Philadelphia police officers responded to a report of a shooting at approximately 12:15 a.m. Upon arrival, they discovered a man dead from a gunshot wound.
According to police, the woman in custody claimed the 38-year-old victim, her husband, forced his way into the residence after returning home following a week-long absence. She alleged he kicked in both the front and back doors.
The woman told officers that her husband threatened her after entering the home. She then retrieved a handgun and shot him once in the upper right shoulder, police said.
The man was pronounced dead at 12:36 a.m.
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline by calling 1-800-799-SAFE (7233), visiting www.thehotline.org or texting LOVEIS to 22522.
Authorities have not yet announced whether the woman will face charges as the investigation into this domestic shooting incident continues.
What’s next
The Philadelphia Police Department is continuing its investigation into the shooting to determine the circumstances and whether charges will be filed. Further details are expected to be released as the investigation progresses.