New Kensington police district is already seeing results
A push to restore community policing in Kensington, as a new police district is up and running in an area that’s been hit hard with drugs and crime. But, the focus is about more than just making arrests.
A push to restore community policing in Kensington, as a new police district is up and running in an area that’s been hit hard with drugs and crime. But, the focus is about more than just making arrests.
Veteran Philadelphia police officer, minister dies after battle with COVID-19
The Philadelphia Police Department is mourning the loss of a veteran officer and baptist minister who died on Tuesday after a battle with coronavirus.
The Philadelphia Police Department is mourning the loss of a veteran officer and baptist minister who died on Tuesday after a battle with coronavirus.
1 man killed, 2 others injured in North Philadelphia shooting
One man was shot and killed while two others are recovering after a violent evening in North Philadelphia.
One man was shot and killed while two others are recovering after a violent evening in North Philadelphia.
2 men critically injured in a fury of gunfire in West Philadelphia
Police responded to the 5100 block of Haverford Avenue Wednesday night, just after 8:30, on the report of a shooting, according to officials.
Police responded to the 5100 block of Haverford Avenue Wednesday night, just after 8:30, on the report of a shooting, according to officials.
22-year-old shot multiple times and killed in SW Philadelphia
Officials say the call came just after 8 p.m., for a reported shooting on the 2200 block of South 69th Street Wednesday.
Officials say the call came just after 8 p.m., for a reported shooting on the 2200 block of South 69th Street Wednesday.
Police: 18-year-old male shot and killed in Tioga
Responding officers found an 18-year-old male with a gunshot wound to his neck and throat.
Responding officers found an 18-year-old male with a gunshot wound to his neck and throat.
Officer, detective injured during disturbance in Rhawnhurst
A Philadelphia police officer and a detective responding to a disturbance in Rhawnhurst were hurt while assisting in the incident, authorities said.
A Philadelphia police officer and a detective responding to a disturbance in Rhawnhurst were hurt while assisting in the incident, authorities said.
4 arrested after Gun Violence Task Force investigation, DA Krasner announces
The rival members were allegedly responsible for a number of shootings in 2018 and 2019 throughout West and Southwest Philadelphia, the task force stated.
The rival members were allegedly responsible for a number of shootings in 2018 and 2019 throughout West and Southwest Philadelphia, the task force stated.
Gun buyback event collects over 150 firearms Saturday in Philadelphia
A gun buyback event Saturday in Philadelphia collected more than 150 firearms in exchange for grocery store gift cards, according to city officials.
A gun buyback event Saturday in Philadelphia collected more than 150 firearms in exchange for grocery store gift cards, according to city officials.
Police: 2 critically wounded in shooting near speakeasy in North Philadelphia
Another violent night as two men are found shot multiple times in North Philadelphia.
Another violent night as two men are found shot multiple times in North Philadelphia.
Police: Intruder shot inside Kensington residence in critical condition
Police say an intruder was shot inside a Kensington residence Sunday morning and the alleged intruder is in critical condition.
Police say an intruder was shot inside a Kensington residence Sunday morning and the alleged intruder is in critical condition.
Police: Man, 30, found dead in South Philadelphia, the victim of apparent shooting
According to officials, police were called to the 2300 block of Moore Street Friday night, around 11:30, for a reported shooting.
According to officials, police were called to the 2300 block of Moore Street Friday night, around 11:30, for a reported shooting.
Charges refiled against former Philadelphia police inspector accused of striking protester last summer
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner has refiled charges against a former city cop accused of striking a student protester with a metal baton during a protest last summer.
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner has refiled charges against a former city cop accused of striking a student protester with a metal baton during a protest last summer.
Police identify man killed in Logan double shooting
Officials say two men were found shot on the 3500 block of North Warnock Street Wednesday, around 12:30 in the afternoon.
Officials say two men were found shot on the 3500 block of North Warnock Street Wednesday, around 12:30 in the afternoon.
Philadelphia officer charged with DUI in crash, suspended with intent to dismiss
A Philadelphia police officer who has been charged with driving under the influence in an off-duty crash that injured two people has been suspended for 30 days with the intent to dismiss.
A Philadelphia police officer who has been charged with driving under the influence in an off-duty crash that injured two people has been suspended for 30 days with the intent to dismiss.
Police: Man, 50, tied up, assaulted in Center City home invasion
Responding officers found the man inside of his apartment tied up. Police say unknown individuals broke into the man’s home, tied him up, assaulted him and took off with a large amount of cash and some watches.
Responding officers found the man inside of his apartment tied up. Police say unknown individuals broke into the man’s home, tied him up, assaulted him and took off with a large amount of cash and some watches.
Philadelphia police gather to remember veteran officer who passed away from COVID-19
Philadelphia police gathered Monday to honor the memory of Officer Tab Ali who passed away from COVID-19 in November.
Philadelphia police gathered Monday to honor the memory of Officer Tab Ali who passed away from COVID-19 in November.
Police: Off-duty Philadelphia officer believed to have been at FOP lounge prior to crash that injured 2
Philadelphia police say an off-duty officer who was charged after crashing his car into a home on Saturday night, injuring two people, is believed to have been at the Fraternal Order of Police lounge prior to the crash.
Philadelphia police say an off-duty officer who was charged after crashing his car into a home on Saturday night, injuring two people, is believed to have been at the Fraternal Order of Police lounge prior to the crash.
'Appalling': Off-duty Philadelphia Police officer charged with DUI in crash that injured 2
The incidident happened on Saturday at approximately 8:20 p.m. when the driver of a silver Dodge Dart lost control of his vehicle while traveling northbond on Caroline Road crossing Comly Road.
The incidident happened on Saturday at approximately 8:20 p.m. when the driver of a silver Dodge Dart lost control of his vehicle while traveling northbond on Caroline Road crossing Comly Road.
Woman hospitalized after shooting outside a bar in East Frankford, police say
Officials say police were called to the 4100 block of Torresdale Avenue, near Paul Street, Sunday, about 2:30 in the morning, for a reported shooting.
Officials say police were called to the 4100 block of Torresdale Avenue, near Paul Street, Sunday, about 2:30 in the morning, for a reported shooting.