Harrisburg Manhunt Ends: Lateef Phoenix Arrested For Fatal Shooting

Lateef Phoenix, 38, who was wanted in connection with the fatal shooting of 34-year-old Darius Stukes near Hunter and Nectarine streets in Harrisburg, has been captured, authorities announced on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025.

Lateef Phoenix (right) who is wanted for the fatal shooting of Darius Stukes.
Photo Credit: *Harrisburg Bureau of Police*

Jillian Pikora

01/08/2025 4:00 p.m.

Phoenix was taken into custody by the Harrisburg Bureau of Police and the U.S. Marshals Service, according to a police release.

The charges against Phoenix include first-degree murder, tampering with evidence, possession of a firearm prohibited, and carrying a firearm without a license.

The fatal shooting occurred at approximately 2:30 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024, when officers found Stukes suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Despite efforts, Stukes did not survive his injuries, police said.

Phoenix’s arrest marks the conclusion of a multi-month investigation.

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