PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Philadelphia Police Department and the Shooting Investigation Group are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect believed to be involved in a shooting incident that took place on December 23, 2023.
According to investigators, an unknown male suspect allegedly shot a 27-year-old man five times on the 5200 block of Spruce Street. Surveillance cameras in the area captured video footage of the incident and the suspect moments before the shooting occurred.
The suspect is described as a black male with a medium brown complexion and a patchy beard. At the time of the incident, he was seen wearing a black and gray knit hat, a dark blue puffy coat with a light blue hoodie underneath, which had solid white stripes down the sleeves. He was also wearing dark gray jeans and white sneakers.
The Philadelphia Police Department has urged anyone who recognizes the man or has information about the crime to immediately contact authorities. The public is warned not to approach the suspect but to call 911 right away.
Tips can also be submitted via telephone by dialing 215.686.TIPS (8477) or texting a tip to the same number. All tips will be kept confidential.
Anyone with information about this crime or the suspect is asked to contact the Shooting Investigations Group at 215-686-8271, referencing case ID#: DC-23-18-065872.
The investigation is ongoing and details may change as additional information becomes available. The police department reminds the public that information, a criminal complaint, or an arrest does not constitute a declaration of guilt. Every individual, including suspects, arrestees, or defendants, is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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