Authorities have taken a suspect into custody following a fatal shooting near the railroad tracks in Pottstown on Wednesday, as confirmed by the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office.

The incident, currently under investigation by the DA’s Office and Pottstown Police Chief Mick Markovich, unfolded Wednesday afternoon in the vicinity of South Hanover Street at Security Plaza.

Police were alerted to the shooting near South Hanover Street and the railroad tracks just after 12 p.m. Upon reaching the scene, law enforcement discovered witnesses who managed to detain the alleged shooter until their arrival.

The victim, who sustained gunshot wounds at close range at least twice, was promptly transported to Pottstown Hospital. Unfortunately, he succumbed to his injuries.

The initial findings of the DA’s Office indicate a deliberate and close-range attack on the victim.

The alleged shooter was taken into police custody, and charges are expected to be filed later on Wednesday.

This incident highlights the significance of community cooperation, as the quick response of witnesses played a crucial role in the swift apprehension of the suspect.