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Roxborough High School student killed in SEPTA bus shooting laid to rest
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A teenager who was shot and killed on a SEPTA bus this week was laid to rest Saturday.Family and friends gathered Saturday morning to remember 15-year-old Randy Mills.He was a ninth grader at Roxborough High School.Police say an argument led to the shooting late Wednesday night on the 23 bus in Germantown. They have released an image of the alleged gunman.The city is offering a $20,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction.Since this incident, SEPTA has added plainclothes officers to as many routes as possible.
63-year-old woman dead after shooting in Northeast Philadelphia: police
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A woman is in custody after a fatal shooting in the Morrell Park neighborhood of Northeast Philadelphia Saturday, police say.A 63-year-old woman was pronounced dead on the scene of 3300 Kayford Circle and police say the woman was shot once in the stomach and once in the chest. They say the incident happened inside a living room.Officials say they found a gun on the scene and a motive is unknown at this time.This is a developing story. Stay with CBS News Philadelphia for updates.
Terrifying Drug Epidemic Video in Philadelphia: Drugged Addicts Overwhelm the Streets
In a bone-chilling revelation, a disturbing video has emerged on TikTok, showcasing the victims of the relentless 'tranq' drug epidemic in Philadelphia, USA. The footage exposes the grim reality of Kensington, a notorious hub for open-air drug markets, flooded with dazed and unconscious drug users. Uploaded by the urbanvisuals2.0 account, this spine-tingling clip sheds light on the city's battle with the surging use of Xylazine, also known as 'tranq' – a lethal tranquilizer that intensifies the effects of heroin, cocaine, and fentanyl. Its lethal potency has recently led the White House to declare it an "emerging threat." Just last month, Dr. Rahul Gupta, Director of the National Drug Control Policy Office, issued a stern warning, emphasizing the severity of the situation.
Police Searching for Missing 12-Year-Old Genesis Rodriguez from Whitman Park
The Camden County Police Department is searching for a 12-year-old girl, Genesis Rodriguez, who went missing from her home in Whitman Park. She is described as 5’9”, 90 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes, and is believed to be carrying a purple backpack. Anyone with information should call (856) 757-7042.Visit here for more details.
Thieves Snagged $100K In 'High-End' Merchandise From King Of Prussia, Cops Say
Upper Merion Township Police say the two pictured suspects stole six figures worth of merchandise in at least seven separate heists from multiple shops in the mall. "Suspect one" is identified by police as 35-year-old Anthony Lee Abner of Philadelphia. "Suspect two" is 32-year-old Brian Lee Hughes of Philadelphia, the department added.
2 Women Shot, 1 Killed, in Kensington
Police are investigating after a morning shooting in Kensington on Saturday left one woman dead and another in critical condition. According to police, the shooting happened around 6:18 a.m. on the 100 block of E. Allegheny Avenue. Law enforcement officials said the victims -- a 44-year-old woman who had been...
Man fatally shot sitting in car in North Philly, police say
A man sitting in a car in North Philadelphia died after he was shot multiple times Saturday morning, police said. According to multiple media reports, officers responded to reports of a shooting shortly before 1:00 a.m. on the 600 block of Cambria Street in the Fairhill section of the city.
Bicyclist killed after hit by car in West Philadelphia: police
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Police say a man was killed Saturday morning when the bike he was riding was struck by a car in West Philadelphia. This happened on North 63rd Street around 7 a.m.The driver stayed on the scene. The victim has not been identified.There is no word on any charges at this time.Police told CBS News Philadelphia they will continue to investigate the crash.
More Information Released on Concord Township Crash
More information has been released regarding a crash that occurred Friday morning in Concord Township. According to State Police, 30-year-old Kaitlyn Leasure of Butler was attempting to turn onto Lou Lin Mar Lane from Hooker Road around 10am when she was struck by a vehicle driven by 40-year-old Jeffrey Wolfe of Karns City.
FBI increases reward for man on Ten Most Wanted list accused of brutally killing 5-year-old girl 23 years ago in Philadelphia
The reward has increased by thousands of dollars for information leading to the arrest of a notorious Philadelphia fugitive who is named on the FBI’s latest top 10 most wanted list.
Man in critical condition after the woman whose car window he smashed with a crowbar shoots him, say police
First responders got a man to the hospital and cleaned up the scene of a shooting in the aftermath of an apparent road rage incident that played out during Center City’s busy rush hour on Wednesday.
One Man Crime Spree Wanted By Police All Over The Region
Kristopher Schwartz is wanted by Bensalem, Hatboro, Philadelphia Warrington and multiple parole violations. He will write bad checks and then skip out with the merchandise or goods/ services.. Bensalem Police are sick of Kristopher Schwartz and posted him as a wanted person, in the hopes that social media will get him arrested.
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