Penn State student shot dead near his home
Summary
William Schmidt, a 22-year-old Penn State student, was shot and killed near his home in South Philadelphia on June 6, 2026. Police found him with a gunshot wound to his chest and he was pronounced dead at the hospital shortly after.Key Facts
- William Schmidt was 22 years old and studied digital journalism and media at Penn State World Campus.
- He was shot at about 1:30 a.m. on June 6, 2026, near his home in South Philadelphia.
- Police found him lying on the road with a gunshot wound to his chest.
- Schmidt was taken to the hospital but was pronounced dead at 1:47 a.m.
- No arrests have been made and police have not released any information about a motive.
- Penn State University expressed sorrow and offered condolences to Schmidt’s family and friends.
- Police are asking anyone with information to contact the homicide unit or submit an anonymous tip.
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