Crime & Safety
$20K Reward Offered In July 3 Killing: Philadelphia Police
A 19-year-old man who was riding a scooter was shot and killed at about 5:30 a.m. July 3 on the 200 block of East Rittenhouse Street.
PHILADELPHIA — Police in Philadelphia are offering a $20,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for a July 3 killing in the city.
The shooting happened at about 5:31 a.m. July 3 on the 200 block of East Rittenhouse Street.
A 19-year-old man who was riding a scooter was shot and killed at that time and location.
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Police said video captured showed at least three people inside a white 2007 to 2010 Toyota Sienna minivan. The van had an unknown license plate, a sunroof, luggage rack, and rear tinted windows. It also had some distinct damage to the driver side rear quarter panel, bumper area.
If you see these suspects, do not approach them and instead contact 911 immediately.
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To submit a tip, dial 215-686-8477 or use this electronic form to submit a tip anonymously.
Anyone with information about this crime or these suspects is asked to contact Det. Pearson or Det. Harrison with the Homicide Unit at 215-686-3334 or 215-686-3335.
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