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Police & Fire
Woman, 21, Charged In SEPTA Driver's Deadly Shooting
The woman accused of killing a SEPTA bus driver on his route Thursday morning, Oct. 26 now faces murder charges, according to authorities. Twenty-one-year-old Zhontay Capers was arrested by plainclothes SEPTA police officers less than a mile from the scene of the shooting, officials said. No weapon was recovered from her person. Authorities said Route 23 driver Bernard Gribbin was shot in the torso and throat around 10:30 a.m. near Germantown and East Abottsford avenues. He later died from his wounds at Einstein Medical Center. Gribbin, a 48-year-old Abington resident, was a 12-year …
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Eddie Irizarry Killing: Murder Charges Reinstated Against Ex-Philly Cop
A Philadelphia judge has reinstated the criminal charges against an ex-police officer related to the August killing of 27-year-old Eddie Irizarry, according to multiple news outlets and court records. Former PPD officer Mark Dial was charged with murder, aggravated assault, official oppression, and related counts after he shot Irizarry dead during a traffic stop in Kensington on Aug. 14. Dial originally told investigators he shot Irizarry after the 27-year-old lunged at him with a knife, though his body camera footage later revealed Irizarry never got out of his car. He w…
Police & Fire
Philadelphia Police Name Officer Killed In Airport Shooting (
Updated
)
Two Philadelphia police officers were shot — one fatally — while in the parking garage at the Philadelphia International Airport on Thursday night. Officer Richard Mendez, a 50-year-old with 22 years in the department, was hit multiple times and died from his wounds, PPD brass said at a Friday evening press conference. Officer Raul Ortiz, 60, was hit once in the arm and is in stable condition at Jefferson Hospital, according to Interim Commissioner John Stanford. The shooting happened shortly after the men arrived for their shift at the airport around 11 p.m. on Oct. 13, Stanford said. …
Police & Fire
Man In Critical Condition, 3 Philadelphia Police Officers Shot (
Update
)
Following a domestic incident, a man was waiting for officers to arrive so he could open fire, Interim Police Commissioner John Stanford said in a press conference late on Wednesday night. Standford explained that the domestic situation began when a dad became agitated over his 12-year-old son playing a video game on Oct. 4. The boy and his uncle turned off the game and went to the second floor of their home in the 7500 block of Whitaker Avenue. But the dad followed his son and shot the uncle. That's when the boy called 911 — while his dad, with a gun still in his hand, went to the fro…
Police & Fire
'
Criminal
Opportunists
': 20+ Arrested For Looting In Philly, Police Say
Twenty or more people are in police custody after a group of "criminal opportunists" looted stores in Center City and elsewhere Tuesday night, Sept. 26, Interim Philadelphia Police Commissioner John M. Stanford told reporters at a press conference. Multiple stores were "broken into or (...) ransacked" beginning around 8 p.m., Stanford said. As the night went on, similar incidents were reported along Aramingo Avenue, "and some other spots throughout the city," he added. Stanford said the incidents were unrelated to the peaceful protest near City Hall related to the police killing…
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Philly Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw Stepping Down
Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw is resigning her post, said Mayor Jim Kenney in a statement early Tuesday, Sept. 4. Effective after Friday, Sept. 22, Outlaw will leave PPD to start in a leadership position with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, officials said. “Commissioner Outlaw has worked relentlessly for three and a half years during an unprecedented era in our city and a number of crisis situations, and she deserves praise for her commitment to bring long-overdue reform to the Department after years of racism and gender discrimination prior to …
Police & Fire
Police ID 5 Killed In Philadelphia Mass Shooting
Police have identified the five victims killed Monday evening, July 3 by a 40-year-old gunman in a bulletproof vest who opened fire in Philadelphia's Kingsessing section. The following individuals were killed by gunfire: Lashyd Merritt, 20, male, shot multiple times in the chest and arm, pronounced at 8:43 p.m.; Dymir Stanton, 2, male, shot in the chest and back, pronounced at 8:43 p.m.; Ralph Moralis, 59, shot in the head, side, and buttocks, pronounced at 8:47 p.m.; Daujan Brown, 15, male, shot in the shoulder, chest, and back, pronounced at 8:40 p.m.; Joseph Wamah, Jr., 31, male, shot m…
Police & Fire
Philadelphia Mass Shooter Had Bulletproof Vest,
Ar-s
tyle Rifle: Police
A gunman in a bulletproof vest opened fire in Philadelphia's Kingsessing section Monday night, July 3, killing five people and wounding two children, NBC10 reports citing Philadelphia police. Police responding to reports of shots fired found multiple victims at 56th Street and Chester Avenue around 8:30 p.m., the outlet said. Then, they heard more shots being fired on the 1800 block of Frazier Street, police said. Police spotted the suspect, who led a foot pursuit before officers captured him in an alleyway, Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw said at a press conference. The g…
Police & Fire
City Officials Gather To Honor Fallen Philly Firefighters
Philadelphia officials met in Washington Square Park on Wednesday, May 3 to honor the memory of three city firefighters who died in the last year. Mayor Jim Kenney was in attendance as Deputy Fire Commissioner Anthony Hudgins read a tribute to Captain Sean Williamson and Firefighters Jeffrey DiDomenico and John Flood. "All three of these members are friends of mine," Hudgins said. "Their sacrifices, the ultimate sacrifice, can not and will not ever be minimalized — ever." "All three of these members are friends of mine. Their sacrifices, the ultimate sacrifice, can not and will not e…
Police & Fire
Officer Injured By 'Juvenile' Crowd In Center City: Philadelphia Police
One Philadelphia police officer is wounded and several people are in custody after a crowd of "juveniles causing disturbances" gathered in Center City late on Wednesday, authorities say. The group gathered on Market Street just before 8 p.m., the department told Daily Voice. "The number" of people in the crowd "has not been confirmed; however, it is safe to say a few hundred," police wrote. PENNSYLVANIA - PHILTHYDELPHIAPhiladelphia: One officer was injured after a large "disorderly" group of hundreds of juveniles caused a disturbance in Center City Wednesday night, Philadelphia police…
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All Clear: Philly Water Safe To Drink And Unimpacted By Spill, Mayor Says
Four days after a chemical spill into the Delaware River in Bucks County, municipal officials in Philadelphia say the city's tap water was unaffected. Philly's tap water remains safe to drink and use, said Mayor Jim Kenney in an address late on Tuesday, March 28. As the city's water was not impacted by the spill, all ongoing advisories have been lifted, added the Water Department. Mayor Kenney thanked "the swift action, caution, and preparedness" of municipal employees in handling the emergency. "I'm grateful that no residents were exposed to unsafe chemicals in the City’…
Police & Fire
Philly Woman Spent 5 Days In Jail For Texas Crime She Never Committed
A Philadelphia woman sat in a city jail cell for five days for a Texas crime that she never committed. Julie Hudson, a 31-year-old Ph.D. student, was released from custody just before midnight on Wednesday, Jan. 11, ending a saga that began a year ago and over a thousand miles away. Police in Webster, Texas — a suburb of Houston — identified a different woman named Julie Hudson as a suspect in a shoplifting incident from May 2022, NBC 10 has reported. In addition to sharing a name, the Philly Ph.D. student and the accused Texas shoplifter bear some resemblance, …
Politics
Will Helen Gym Run For Philly Mayor? Councilor's Resignation Sparks Rumors
Philadelphia City Councilwoman Helen Gym announced her sudden resignation in a social media post early on Tuesday, Nov. 29 — a move that many speculate means she will run for mayor in 2023. In a video message uploaded to Twitter, the at-large Democratic councilwoman called her six-year tenure in the city's legislature "an incredible honor." I came on to City Council because I knew that together, we could find solutions to what other people told us was impossible. It’s been an incredible honor, Philadelphia ❤️ pic.twitter.com/lvBsuPPOPP — Helen Gym (@HelenGymAtLarge) November 29, 2022 …
Police & Fire
'Not A Random Act': Police Investigate Murder Of Philly Sanitation Worker
Authorities in Philadelphia have identified the city employee shot and killed in Mayfair on the morning of Friday, Nov. 18 as Ikeem Johnson, a 35-year-old sanitation worker. Johnson was on his route near Tudor Street and Rowland Street when he was shot at around 10:30 a.m., Mayor Jim Kenney confirmed in a statement. “This is a hard day for our city’s workforce. I join all of our city employees in mourning the loss of one of our own," the mayor wrote. "Today, we lost a dedicated city employee, a sanitation worker for the Streets Department who was simply doing his job …
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Area Grocery Store Owner To Run For Philly Mayor In 2023
A local grocery store magnate will seek the Democratic nomination for the 2023 Philadelphia mayoral race. Jeff Brown, whose company owns 12 supermarkets in greater Philadelphia according to his LinkedIn, announced his run on social media on Tuesday, Nov. 15. On his campaign website, the Democrat says his administration would prioritize addressing "generational poverty," crime and public safety, "economic opportunity," public education, and helping reintegrate residents returning from prison. His company owns 10 ShopRite grocery stores in Pennsylvania and New Jersey as wel…
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Philly Mayor To Migrant Asylum Seekers: 'You Are Welcome Here'
About 30 migrants seeking asylum arrived in Philadelphia Wednesday, Nov. 16, and Mayor Jim Kenney says the city is ready for them. "You are welcome here," the mayor said at a press conference midday Wednesday, calling Philadelphia a "proud, welcoming city." "Immigrants across time and generations have powered our city, driving our city forward economically, socially, and culturally," Kenney said. The asylum-seekers rode a bus from Del Rio, Texas which was chartered by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, the mayor said. Around 30 migrants have arrived in Philly from Texas.The people I spoke to t…
Police & Fire
Family Of Murder Suspect Killed By Philly SWAT Officers Want Help Paying For His Funeral
Family members of a murder and robbery suspect who was shot and killed by Philadelphia SWAT officers serving a warrant on Wednesday, Oct. 12 are turning to the community for support. Raheem Lee, 19, allegedly shot at three of the officers during the incident around 6:30 a.m. at North 10th and Brown Streets, Philadelphia police told multiple news outlets. 🚨 THREE OFFICERS DOWN: Please pray for the 3 Philadelphia Police SWAT officers who were shot this morning while serving a warrant. Reports indicate they were rushed to the hospital and are in stable condition.The out of control violenc…
Police & Fire
Philadelphia Rec Worker Sitting Outside On Break Killed In Crossfire
Tiffany Fletcher set out to work at a Philadelphia recreation center Friday, Sept. 9 just like any other day. She went to sit outside on her break around 1:30 p.m., though, when she was caught in the crossfire of a shooting in the 4700 block of Brown Street. The mom of three was rushed to the hospital, where she died that evening, officials said. Mayor Jim Kenney said Fletcher was a "dedicated, passionate, and driven" city employee. “Words alone cannot express the outrage, hurt, and sadness all of her colleagues feel tonight," he said. "I was beyond appalled to learn of this heinous and s…
News
July 4th Philly Shooting: What We Know
Two police officers were wounded in a shooting Monday, July 4 in Philadelphia, authorities said. The shooting broke out at the Wawa Welcome America concert on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway around 9:45 p.m., Philadelphia police said. In viral videos shared on Twitter, attendees could be seen frantically running away from the scene as the fireworks display continued. Scene from Ben Franklin Parkway during reported active shooter tonight during firework show #philly #benfranklinparkway #bfp @NBCPhiladelphia pic.twitter.com/buXQ6bwbed — Alex Dzomba (@AlexDzomba) July 5, 2022 Went to th…
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Philly Takes 'Big Win' As Lincoln Financial Field Chosen To Host 2026 FIFA World Cup
Philadelphians were celebrating as Lincoln Financial Field was among 16 stadiums across the US, Mexico and Canada chosen to host the 2026 Fifa World Cup games, FIFA’s president said Thursday, June 16. "This is an incredible win for Philadelphia and Philadelphia Soccer 2026," Mayor Jim Kenney said. "FIFA saw what we all know is true: Philadelphia is a welcoming, world-class city and we have the experience to deliver a fantastic experience for teams, fans, and sponsors alike. #TheBidIsWon." This is an incredible win for Philadelphia and @phlsoccer2026! FIFA saw what we all know is true: …
Police & Fire
3 Killed In Mass Casualty Philly Shooting Were Boxer, School RA, 'Little Twin' Daughter
Authorities have identified the three people who were killed in this weekend' mass casualty shooting that left nearly a dozen people injured in Philadelphia. Gregory Jackson, 34, Alexis Quinn, 27, and 22-year-old Kris Minners, all of whom were pronounced dead at local hospitals. Jackson was identified by those who know him as a boxer, "vital as ever," whose name in the ring was "Japan Jackson." Posted by Daniel Cork on Sunday, June 5, 2022 Minners was a graduate of Girard College, where he had been working as a residential advisor for 6th and 2nd grade boys, the school said in a statem…
Police & Fire
Authorities ID 3 Dead In Philadelphia Mass Casualty Shooting
Authorities have identified the three people who were killed in this weekend' mass casualty shooting that left nearly a dozen people injured in Philadelphia. Gregory Jackson, 34, Alexis Quinn, 27, and a 22-year-old black man whose name was not released pending notifications, city police said. All were pronounced dead at hospitals. City officers assigned to a foot detail heard gunshots coming from the area of 400 South Street around 11:30 p.m. They ran over and saw several civilians lying on the sidewalk and street with gunshot wounds, authorities said. As the officers began rendering first…
Police & Fire
Christmas Tree Ignited By Lighter Likely Caused Deadly Philly Rowhouse Fire, Officials Say
A Christmas tree ignited by a lighter likely caused the "fast-moving" Philadelphia rowhouse fire that claimed the lives of 12 people last week, fire officials confirmed Tuesday. Nine children and three adults were confirmed dead in the Jan. 5 fire that started on the second floor and quickly traveled to the third floor of the N. 23rd Street building, authorities said. The 12 victims died of smoke inhalation, according to the Philadelphia Department of Public Health’s Medical Examiner’s Office. "We are almost certain that the Christmas tree on the second floor was the item that was first i…
News
Covid-
19: Philadelphia Resident Tests Positive For Omicron Variant
UPDATE (8:30 p.m.): New Jersey officials announced the first detection of the Omicron variant in the state just hours after this report was published. CLICK HERE to read "COVID-19: First Case Of Omicron Variant Reported In New Jersey" *** (4:55 p.m.): A day after the first case of the new COVID-19 variant was identified in a Minnesota man who traveled to New York City, a Philadelphia resident has tested positive for the Omicron COVID-19 strain. The person is a man in his 30’s from Northwest Philadelphia, the city's health department announced Friday. It was unclear when he tes…
Police & Fire
Pregnant Woman Killed By Gunfire Leaving Philadelphia Baby Shower ID'd
The 32-year-old woman killed by gunfire while leaving her baby shower in Philadelphia has been identified by Fox29 as Jessica Covington. Covington was seven months pregnant and gifts inside from a car when she was shot in the head and stomach on the 6100 block of Palmetto Street around 8:30 p.m., the outlet said citing city police. Both she and her unborn were pronounced dead at Einstein Medical Center. This is #JessicaCovington as seen on her Instagram. @PhillyPolice say she just returned from her baby shower (7 months pregnant) when she was shot in the head and stomach and killed. He…
News
'GTFO': Videos Show Upset Philly Residents Chasing Out White Supremacist Marchers
A group of white supremacists marching through the Philadelphia streets over the Independence Day weekend were ultimately chased out by upset city residents. Nearly 200 members of a Texas-based group described by the Southern Poverty Law Center as white nationalists marched through Center City on Saturday evening carrying shields and flags, and chanting slogans such as "Reclaim America" and "The election was stolen," 6abc reports. In a video shared to Twitter, bystanders can be heard shouting "shame on you," and "get the f*** out of here," at the masked members as they marched through the…
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