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5 shot in Easton; police say victims uncooperative

Police were called to a South Side neighborhood just before 11:30 p.m. on Saturday for a report of a shooting. All of the wounded are expected to survive, police said.

Easton Police Department
Police said they were called to the 100 block of East Wilkes-Barre Street on South Side Easton late Saturday, July 12, 2025, for a shooting.
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EASTON, Pa. - Five people were shot late Saturday but aren't cooperating with investigators, city police said.

All are expected to survive.

Police said they were called to the 100 block of East Wilkes-Barre Street on South Side at 11:27 p.m. for a shooting.

Police said they ultimately located five victims who were treated at a local hospital for gunshot wounds. A news release did not elaborate on their injuries.

"The  incident appears to be targeted and there is no public safety threat," police said in the release.

Authorities ask that anyone with information contact Detective Price at 610-250-6637 or the Easton Police Department Tip Line at 610-250-6635.

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