Philadelphia Towman Shot and Killed Inside Vehicle

A towman was killed and a woman was critically wounded after a shooting inside the tow truck Sunday night in Northeast Philadelphia, police said.

Tower Aaron Whitfield, 25, was pronounced dead at the scene. A 21-year-old woman was transported to a nearby hospital suffering from a gunshot wound, authorities said.

According to police, a silver or gray Honda pulled alongside the tow truck, and two occupants opened fire into the vehicle.

Investigators recovered between 15 and 20 shell casings at the scene, Inspector D.F. Pace said. Several bullets also struck a nearby building, with some rounds penetrating the second floor.

The building houses an Asian senior center. Owners said at least 16 people were inside at the time of the shooting, but no injuries were reported among those inside.

Police continue to investigate the incident and are searching for the suspects involved. Source: https://www.cbsnews.com