Chief inspector suspended from Philadelphia Police Department with intent to dismiss
Chief Inspector Anthony Boyle has been suspended from the Philadelphia Police Department with intent to dismiss.
Police: 27-year-old man shot and killed in Southwest Philadelphia
Authorities say 27-year-old Kenneth Williams was found by police suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to his back and extremities Sunday evening.
Protesters speak out after police used tear gas, pepper spray during I-676 protest
Several protesters are speaking out following the use of tear gas and pepper spray during a protest that spilled onto I-676.
Mayor Kenney, Commissioner Outlaw apologize for use of tear gas during I-676 protest
Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw, along with Mayor Jim Kenney, apologized to the public Thursday after tear gas, bean bags and pepper spray were used against protesters who were trapped on the highway.
Commissioner Outlaw aims to strengthen investigative measures through collaboration with new action plan
Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw on Friday announced a new action plan that promises to strengthen investigative measures involving violent crime through retooled collaboration within the city's law enforcement system.
DA Krasner suggests Philadelphia police not applying law equally amid protests
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner said Tuesday recent incidents “raise serious questions about policing and unequal application of the law."
Pa. State Police release dashcam footage of protest on I-676
Pennsylvania State Police released dashcam video from protests on I-676 earlier this month, which led police to use tear gas to disperse the crowds on the highway.
No injuries reported after shots fired at police in South Philadelphia, police say
Police say the officers in plainclothes identified themselves and that's when the suspect fired shots.
Philadelphia officer who died of COVID-19 laid to rest Monday
Officer Jose Novoa passed away from complications related to COVID-19 on June 3.
Philadelphia police lieutenant who died of coronavirus laid to rest Friday
James Walker, known affectionately by those who knew him as Jimmy, died in April after battling the novel virus.
Philadelphia City Council preliminary budget approval includes major cuts to police funding
Philadelphia City Council on Thursday gave its preliminary approval of the 2021 budget that slashes police funding by more than $33 million and pours resources into efforts to reduce poverty and back arts and culture programs.
Police: Man armed with box cutter charged following police-involved shooting
Philadelphia police say they have charged a man following a police-involved shooting in Olney earlier this month.
Family of Frankford man killed in confrontation with police last month still looking for answers
The family of a Frankford man wants answers after their loved one was shot to death by a police officer last month.
Philadelphia city councilman pushes for police reform, including formation of oversight commission
The calls for police reform are coming from the public angry about officer violence of a culture of silence.
Philadelphia police captain reassigned following clashes near Columbus statue, FOP says
FOP Lodge #5 confirmed Tuesday morning that Captain Lou Campione was removed from his command at the 1st District following the incidents near the statue Saturday.
Man sent racist, threatening emails to Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw, feds say
A man has been arrested and charged by criminal complaint after he allegedly sent threatening emails to Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw,
Mayor Kenney, Commissioner Outlaw announce investigation into city’s protest response
Mayor Kenney and Commissioner Outlaw announced their plans for an investigation in a press release Monday morning.
Philadelphia city council proposes legislation on police reform, including ban on chokeholds
In the wake of civil unrest and calls to change the way police departments operate, Philadelphia City Council submitted legislation Thursday that proposes four reforms aimed at elevating the police's accountability and dedication to the city.
Police: Philadelphia officer injured after suspect threw rock through car window
Police say the officer was driving in an unmarked patrol car with his front driver's side window down when an unknown person threw a rock into the car.
1 killed, 6 others injured in North Philadelphia shooting
One man is dead and six others are injured after a shooting in North Philadelphia late Tuesday night.