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3 members of the 'Diaper Crew' arrested for more than 20 retail thefts in Philadelphia
Three members of an alleged retail theft ring, dubbed the 'Diaper Crew' by Philadelphia police, have been arrested.The fourth suspect is expected to surrender on Monday.The crew is tied to thefts from more than 20 stores, and police say they got away with merchandise worth more than $15,000.The name comes from one of the main items they stole.They mainly targeted Family Dollars, Dollar Generals, and Rite Aids all over Philadelphia.However, they were concentrating on two specific neighborhoods: Juniata Park and Fox Chase. The Dollar General on the 1200 block of East Erie Avenue was hit several times.They walk in hiding...
Shocking video of car slamming into South Philly cheesesteak shop
SOUTH PHILADELPHIA - "Saturday morning, I wake up and I get a text from my manager to check this video out," said Edward Brennan. He couldn't believe his eyes when he saw surveillance video from his business, Shank’s Original Philly Cheesesteak, on South Columbus Boulevard, in South Philly. "I...
Why car thieves are targeting your vehicle registration | Here's how to protect yourself
Car break-ins are one of the most common crimes in Philadelphia, making the list of top 5.Car owners in the suburbs are also getting hit frequently, and many thieves are after one thing in particular: your vehicle registration.Your registration has your name and address, as well as all of your vehicle information, including your plate, title, make, model and VIN. All that information is a treasure trove for criminals.From Cheltenham and Gloucester townships to Northeast Philadelphia, as well as Roxborough, Spring Garden, and Fairmount -- these are all areas seeing car break-ins."It's one of the most common things to happen,"...
Philadelphia Police are investigating a body found in the Delaware River
Police are investigating a body that was found in the Delaware River. Police report this happened in Torresdale, near the Lunden Avenue boat ramp. Officers responded around 3:30 p.m. yesterday afternoon, and said they recovered the body of a man in his 40’s. They suspect foul play. “The way we found the body and what […]
Teen shot in the head inside North Philadelphia recording studio, police say
A teenager was taken to the hospital after being shot in the head on Friday afternoon, according to a spokesperson with the Philadelphia Police Department. Officers were called to the 2600 block of Germantown Avenue in North Philadelphia just before 5 p.m. for reports of a person with a gun, police said.
Missing Person Update: 23-year-old was seen taking train to Philly and is suffering from mental health crisis
Paul James Asman, 23, went missing on Friday, July 19 in Fort Washington. According to an update shared today, there was a confirmed sighting of Asman taking a train to Jefferson Station and the Fashion District in Philadelphia the night he went missing. According to an updated flyer, Asman is...
Investigation underway after 2 women stabbed in Philadelphia, police say
Philadelphia police are investigating after two women were stabbed early Saturday morning. According to police, officers responded to the 5900 block of N. 20th St. for a report of a person with a weapon. Police said a 26-year-old woman had suffered stab wounds to the right forearm and back of...
Woman, 72, shot on South Philadelphia street: police
SOUTH PHILADELPHIA - A crime scene unfolds in South Philadelphia after a 72-year-old woman was shot. The gunfire broke out on the 1200 block of Porter Street Thursday, a little before 5 p.m., according to authorities. The woman suffered a graze wound to her stomach. Medics rushed her to Jefferson...
'His heart was always on the farm.' Claymont High teacher killed in farming accident
A Claymont High School teacher died in a farming accident on Tuesday afternoon in rural Carroll County. Luke S. Logan, 44, was run over by a wagon at a farm in the 1100 block of Aster Road SE in Perry Township, authorities said. ...
2 men critically injured, 2 women hospitalized in 2 separate double shootings: officials
PHILADELPHIA - Gunfire breaks the night air and leaves two men and two women injured in the aftermath. A police investigation was begun after someone opened fire on the 4600 block of Morris Street, late Friday night, just after 11:30, officials said. Responding officers found a 20-year-old woman and an...
Shift Changes Put More Chester Patrols on the Streets This Summer
Chester Police Commissioner Steven Gretsky and Major Katrina Blackwell. Chester is solving a shortage of street patrol officers this summer by making significant changes to its daily staffing to get more police officers on the street, according to a recent Chester Police Department release. Officers are now working 12-hours shifts,...
Court Rules PnB Rock’s Alleged Shooter Still Lacks ‘Competency’ to Stand Trial
The murder trial of Philadelphia artist PnB Rock began in Los Angeles this week, and it has already encountered significant challenges. The trial revolves around the fatal shooting of PnB Rock at a Roscoe’s Chicken ‘N Waffles restaurant in South Los Angeles on September 12, 2022. As previously reported, the alleged shooter, a 17-year-old male ... Read more The post Court Rules PnB Rock’s Alleged Shooter Still Lacks ‘Competency’ to Stand Trial appeared first on Hollywood Unlocked .
Suspect sought after armed robbery in Kensington leaves man critically injured
Philadelphia police are searching for a suspect who they say critically injured a man during an armed robbery in Kensington.It happened on July 12 along the 3100 block of Kensington Avenue.Investigators released surveillance video of the incident on Wednesday.Police say the suspect robbed the victim inside a convenience store.When the victim confronted the suspect outside, police say the suspect shot him in the neck.The suspect was then reportedly seen fleeing the area on a blue and silver Trek mountain bike.Anyone with information on the suspect in this incident is urged to contact Philadelphia police immediately.RELATED: Check the 6abc Neighborhood Safety Tracker
Video shows gunman fire at person riding motorized scooter on Philadelphia street
PHILADELPHIA - Disturbing surveillance video shared by police in Philadelphia shows a masked gunman brazenly opening fire on a person riding a motorized scooter. Authorities say the shooting happened last Saturday near the intersection of Diamond and 21st streets. The gunman, dressed in dark clothing, is seen walking towards a...
Amir Jones Wanted For West Philly Mass Shooting: Police
Amir Jones, 30, was last seen wearing camouflage shorts and a white T-shirt, authorities said in a release. The shooting happened around 2 a.m. on the 1200 block of North Alden Street in Carroll Park, PPD said previously. Three people were killed — 23-year-old Sekayi Robinson and brothers Akil and Rashie Jones, 33 and 29.
Philadelphia Drug Traffickers Convicted in Major Fentanyl Operation, Faces Life Sentences
Philadelphia's ongoing battle against the opioid epidemic marked another chapter as Gabriel Rivera-Otero and Angel Reyes-Valdez were convicted for their roles in a significant drug trafficking operation. United States Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero confirmed that the duo was found guilty of possession with intent to distribute 36 kilograms of fentanyl, an amount with the potential to wreak havoc on the streets.
Driver accused of killing CHOP doctor had BAC nearly twice legal limit, DA says
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Just over a week after Children's Hospital of Philadelphia doctor Barbara Friedes was hit and killed while riding her bike in Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner announced Wednesday that the driver officials believe is responsible has turned himself in to authorities.According to Krasner, Michael Vahey was driving the car that struck Friedes, a chief resident at CHOP, as she was riding in the designated westbound bike lane on Spruce Street near 18th Street on July 17.During a press conference Thursday with Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel and bike safety advocates, Krasner said Vahey turned himself...
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