Crime & Safety
Attempted Robbery Of Armored Truck In Northeast Philadelphia Could Be Linked To Other Robberies, Sources Say
The attempted heist happened in the 8200 block of Castor Avenue around 11:30 a.m., the Philadelphia Police Department said.
July 17, 2025
Police are investigating an attempted robbery of an armed Brinks truck in Northeast Philadelphia on Tuesday morning.
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The attempted heist happened in the 8200 block of Castor Avenue around 11:30 a.m., the Philadelphia Police Department said.
Police preliminarily believe a guard likely fired shots during the attempted robbery. Chopper 3 was over the scene on Castor Avenue.
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