Armed Robber Shot, Killed By Customer Inside Corner Store In North Philadelphia: Police

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- An attempted armed robbery suspect was shot and killed by a customer inside a corner store in North Philadelphia Wednesday. The shooting happened on the 1400 block of Master Street in North Philadelphia, around 12:30 p.m.

Police say the man was shot twice by a customer. He was transported to Temple University Hospital and pronounced dead at 12:55 p.m., according to officials.

Police originally stated the suspect was killed by the owner.

Police say the customer who shot the man has a license to carry. There's no word on if he'll face any charges.

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