Friday, January 16, 2026 12:12PM

Argument between uncle, nephew turns deadly in Southwest Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA — Police say a family argument turned deadly in Southwest Philadelphia early Friday morning.

It happened just before 4 a.m. on the 5600 block of Ridgeway Avenue.

According to officials, a 34-year-old man was fatally shot by his 24-year-old nephew after a fight between the two.

The suspect then ran to his mother’s house, where police were called and took him into custody.

Police say a crowbar was found next to the uncle’s body.

Police have not released their identities.

No charges have been filed.

The incident remains under investigation.