Man shot after argument outside bar near 53rd and Market Streets

5PHILADELPHIA, PA – A 36-year-old man was shot multiple times Friday night following an argument outside a bar near 53rd and Market Streets, police said.

Officers from the 18th District responded around 9:10 p.m. and found the victim on the 5300 block of Market Street suffering from several gunshot wounds to his left arm.

He was transported by police to Penn-Presbyterian Hospital, where he was treated and later listed in stable condition.

Key Points

A 36-year-old man was shot after an argument outside a bar near 53rd and Market.

The victim was hospitalized and initially uncooperative with investigators.

Police are searching for a suspect last seen fleeing toward Ludlow Street.

Dispute preceded gunfire

According to investigators, the victim had recently left a nearby bar when he be