2 women shot after fight near Eagles Super Bowl Parade; 1 man charged

PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred during the Eagles Super Bowl Parade. 

Two women were injured in the incident and a man has been charged in the shooting.

What we know:

According to police, the double shooting occurred near the 2300 block of Ben Franklin Parkway at around 2:35 p.m., outside the parade footprint. 

Police say a 27-year-old woman was shot in her left leg and a 20-year-old woman was shot in her upper left thigh. 

According to Police Deputy Commissioner Frank Vanore, the 27-year-old woman and her boyfriend tried to cut through the crowd to the portable toilets.

That's when the police source says the boyfriend was punched in the face and a fight started between him and a group of men.

During the fight, someone fired a gun, striking the two victims.

Both victims were taken to Presbyterian Hospital by medics where they are currently listed in stable condition.

Police say no crime scene has been located, but a weapon was found.

28-year-old Brandon Ramos was arrested and charged with aggravated assault, simple assault and other related charges.

What you can do:

Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the Philadelphia Police Department. Tips can be submitted by calling 215-686-TIPS (8477) or text a tip to 215-686-TIPS (8477). Tips can also be submitted anonymously online, here. All tips are confidential.

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