Possible gunshots or firecrackers near 4900 block, Philadelphia PA


Audio of officers reporting loud bangs near the 4900 block. They say it is unclear whether the sounds were gunshots or firecrackers, and one unit reported firecrackers. No clear report of injuries.
Audio|Source: Philadelphia Police Dispatch - Southwest
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Transcript:
Special beat: I think we have gunshots near the 4900[1] block. We don't know if the sounds are gunshots or firecrackers. Special B2 reports firecrackers. Thank you, (name withheld).
Special beat: I think we have gunshots near the 4900[1] block. We don't know if the sounds are gunshots or firecrackers. Special B2 reports firecrackers. Thank you, (name withheld).
Police codes explained
The following codes appeared in the transcript and are explained below:
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4900: Block location for possible shots fired
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Philadelphia, PA
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