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17th and Pulaski: Residents of a Tioga block decry deadly violence

The Tioga slaying was one of two fatal shootings in the city Monday, police said. Another happened in Fairhill. In all, at least 10 people were shot Monday and Tuesday in Philadelphia.

Cynthia Owensby, 64, heard fatal gunshots on her Tioga block Monday night. “This is their lifestyle, I don’t understand it,” she said of those who commit violent acts in the community. Her family has lived on the block for more than 60 years.
Cynthia Owensby, 64, heard fatal gunshots on her Tioga block Monday night. “This is their lifestyle, I don’t understand it,” she said of those who commit violent acts in the community. Her family has lived on the block for more than 60 years.Read moreMensah M. Dean