Crime & Safety
Philly Police: Suspect Wanted For Stabbing Man In Neck
The incident occurred Sunday morning on East Allegheny Avenue, Philly police said. The suspect is wanted for aggravated assault.
PHILADELPHIA—The Philadelphia Police Department is asking the public for help in identifying a suspect they believe is responsible for recently stabbing a man in the neck. The suspect is currently wanted for aggravated assault.
On July 9, 2020, at 8:02 a.m., police said the victim, a 23-year-old male, was on East Allegheny Avenue when he was approached by an unknown Hispanic man riding a black BMX bicycle.
According to officers, this person grabbed the victim and then stabbed him in the neck with a knife.
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The suspect then fled the location after the incident on the bike. The victim was transported to the hospital by medics and treated for his injuries.
To submit a tip via telephone, dial 215-686-TIPS (8477) or text a tip to PPD TIP or 773847. Use this electronic form to submit a tip anonymously. All tips will be confidential.
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