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Cash, Jewelry Stolen In Northeast Philly Home Invasion, Police Say Cash, Jewelry Stolen In Northeast Philly Home Invasion, Police Say
Cash, Jewelry Stolen In Northeast Philly Home Invasion, Police Say Philadelphia police are investigating a home invasion in Tacony.  It began on the 6700 block of Ditman Street around 1 a.m., Deputy Commissioner Frank Vanore told reporters at a press conference Friday, Feb. 23.  A 41-year-old man was on his way home when he was "accosted" by five suspects who forced him to drive to a second location, authorities said.  The man was forced to give up his house keys "and other information that he had," Vanore said.  The suspects then returned to the man's house where they assaulted a 52-year-old woman and a 27-year-old man, according to …

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by Mac Bullock
Police & Fire
New Video Emerges In Deadly Philadelphia Police Shooting New Video Emerges In Deadly Philadelphia Police Shooting
Alexander Spencer Shooting: PPD Releases New Footage Authorities have released new video of the police killing of 28-year-old Alexander Spencer in North Philadelphia last Friday, Jan. 26.  Spencer was shot dead during a scuffle with police at Jennifer Tavern, 2859 N. Mascher St., around 9 p.m., Daily Voice reported. Police claimed he had shot one officer in the leg before they killed him.   PPD and the District Attorney's Office unveiled a five-minute compilation of security footage from inside the store at a press conference on Tuesday morning, Jan. 30.  (Warning: Graphic content; viewer discretion is advised.) …

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by Mac Bullock
Police & Fire
Philly Police Kill Suspect In Early Morning Standoff: Officials Philly Police Kill Suspect In Early Morning Standoff: Officials
Philly Police Kill Suspect In Early Morning Standoff: Officials One man was shot dead in a confrontation with Philadelphia police in the Northeast on Wednesday morning, Jan. 17, according to authorities.  Officers were called about a car accident near Roosevelt Boulevard and Borbeck Avenue in Rhawnhurst just before 5 a.m., Deputy Commissioner Frank Vanore told reporters in a press conference.  One officer spotted a Dodge pickup truck parked halfway on the Borbeck Avenue curb and approached the driver, who denied being in an accident and said he didn't need help, according to authorities.   When the officer began to drive away from t…

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by Mac Bullock
Police & Fire
Slain Philly Officer's Handcuffs Used To Arrest NJ Suspect Who Police Say Killed Him Slain Philly Officer's Handcuffs Used To Arrest NJ Suspect Who Police Say Killed Him
Slain Philly Officer's Handcuffs Used To Arrest NJ Suspect Who Police Say Killed Him The handcuffs Philadelphia Police Officer Richard Mendez was carrying when he was fatally shot were the ones authorities used to arrest the gunman accused of killing him, Daily Voice has learned. Yobranny Martinez Fernandez, of Cherry Hill, NJ was arrested by the US Marshals Service at approximately 4 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 16, in connection with Mendez's Oct. 13 death at Philadelphia International Airport, PPD brass said at a press conference. Slain PPD Officer Richard Mendez's handcuffs were used to arrest his suspected killer, Yobranny Martinez Fernandez, authorities said.US Marshals S…

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by Mac Bullock
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Biker Charged With Assault For Viral Center City Attack On Mom, Kids Biker Charged With Assault For Viral Center City Attack On Mom, Kids
Biker Charged With Assault For Viral Center City Attack On Mom, Kids Cody Heron, allegedly the motorcyclist seen in a now-viral clip from Sunday night, Oct. 1, is charged with aggravated assault and related counts, said the Philadelphia District Attorney's Office.  In a video that has been widely shared, a biker now identified by authorities as Heron was seen smashing the rear windshield of a woman's car before threatening her with a handgun and headbutting her with his helmet.  The DA's Office said Heron smashed glass on the victim's young children, aged 2 and 5, who were sitting in the backseat.  Authorities said the altercation began after Heron ran into…

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by Mac Bullock
Police & Fire
Philly Motorcyclist Who Smashed Rear Windshield Arrested: Police Philly Motorcyclist Who Smashed Rear Windshield Arrested: Police
Philly Motorcyclist Who Smashed Rear Windshield Arrested: Police Police say they've arrested the Philadelphia street racer who was seen on camera smashing a rear windshield before head-butting a driver late on Sunday, Oct. 1.  PPD Deputy Commissioner Frank Vanore said a suspect is in custody but did not release a name as of Wednesday morning, Oct. 4.  @phillypolice SIG & Major Crimes Detectives have made an arrest overnight in the assault/vandalism that occurred on Sunday in center city, involving the male on the motorcycle. Great tips from public and some outstanding detective work. More will follow. — Frank Vanore (@PPDFrankVanore) October 4, 20…

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by Mac Bullock
Police & Fire
Arrest Made In Deadly Mayfair Ambush Shooting Arrest Made In Deadly Mayfair Ambush Shooting
Arrest Made In Deadly Mayfair Ambush Shooting Philadelphia police have arrested a suspect in connection with the brutal slaying of three men in Mayfair earlier this month.  Edwin Vargas, 24, was taken into custody on an arrest warrant on Tuesday, Jan. 24, said Deputy Commissioner Frank Vanore on Twitter.  @phillypolice Homicide Detectives obtained an arrest warrant for Edwin Vargas, 24 for the 1/9/23 Triple Homicide/shooting that occurred @ 7300 Rowland Ave. Vargas is currently in custody. pic.twitter.com/uhAKGIvakn — Frank Vanore (@PPDFrankVanore) January 24, 2023 Pennsylvania court records show the 24-year-old was charged with m…

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by Mac Bullock
Police & Fire
US Marshals Share Photos Of Murder Suspect's Philadelphia Capture US Marshals Share Photos Of Murder Suspect's Philadelphia Capture
US Marshals Share Photos Of Murder Suspect's Philadelphia Capture The man accused of shooting a Philadelphia Parking Authority worker in cold blood has been captured by members of the US Marshals Service, who posted photos of the arrest to social media. Deputy Police Commissioner Frank Vanore said on Wednesday, Dec. 21 that Termaine Saulsbury was arrested at a home on Gerard Avenue on the city's west side.  At 5pm this evening, @USMS_Philly Violent Crime Fugitive Task Force arrested attempted murder suspect Termaine Saulsbury in the 5500 block of W. Girard Avenue. Saulsbury was wanted by @PhillyPolice and is also a suspect in a Bronx NY shooting. Amaz…

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by Cecilia Levine
Police & Fire
Philly Police ID Man Who Stalked And Attacked Mom, Son On Video Philly Police ID Man Who Stalked And Attacked Mom, Son On Video
Philly Police ID Man Who Stalked And Attacked Mom, Son On Video Philadelphia police say they have identified the man that followed a family out of a convenience store before knocking them unconscious and robbing them.  Authorities have issued an arrest warrant for 25-year-old Lance Ryan, said Deputy Commissioner Frank Vanore on Twitter Monday, Nov. 21.  @Phillypolice have obtained an arrest warrant for Lance Ryan for the 11/7 Robbery/Assault that occurred @ 1500 Morris St. Anyone with information should call PPD Tip line 215-686-TIPS (8477). pic.twitter.com/CTcHAWOyhh — Frank Vanore (@PPDFrankVanore) November 21, 2022 Investigators previously said …

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by Mac Bullock