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Man shot in each leg at busy Center City intersection on Friday evening, police say

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A man is recovering after being shot in both legs in Philadelphia on Friday evening, according to a spokesperson with the police department. A suspect has been taken into custody.

The shooting happened at the intersection of 7th and Market streets in Center City just after 4 p.m. on Oct. 4, police said.

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The victim is a man in his early forties who suffered a gunshot wound to each leg, according to officials. He was taken to a nearby hospital where he was placed in stable condition.

Police said that a person has been arrested in connection to this shooting.

The Shooting Investigation Group with the Philadelphia Police Department is investigating what happened.

This is a developing story. Check back here for updates.

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