In the winter of 2010, tragedy struck in West Philadelphia when Gerald Crittenton, a 30-year-old man, was fatally wounded in a shooting. The incident occurred on a Wednesday evening, shortly before 9 p.m., near the intersection of Millick and Arch Streets.
Crittenton, who resided on the 200 block of South 56th Street, was struck by gunfire in the torso and leg. He was quickly transported to the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in a bid to save his life.
Despite the efforts of medical staff, he was pronounced dead at 9:22 p.m.
In the immediate aftermath of the shooting, law enforcement officials began their investigation. However, details surrounding the circumstances of the incident were scarce. Authorities reported that they had not identified any suspects in the case and a motive for the shooting was not immediately apparent. The case was one of two unrelated homicides that occurred in Philadelphia on the same day, contributing to the city's homicide count for the year. As of now, public records do not indicate that any arrests have been made or charges filed in connection with the death of Gerald Crittenton, and the case remains unresolved.
