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examines crime and homicide data in Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley
There were at least 15 documented Homicides In Philadelphia during the month of January and 19 Homicides during the month of February. This is the first year since 1967 that the first two months of the year have not reached 20 homicides.
March 15, 2025 at 5:28 PM
There were at least 15 documented Homicides In Philadelphia during the month of January and 19 Homicides during the month of February. This is the first year since 1967 that the first two months of the year have not reached 20 homicides.
2nd Homicide in Norristown this year occurred last night (February 13th 9pm) at Elm and George Street in the West End, victim identified as 27 year old Cesar Flores-Diaz.
February 14, 2025 at 9:08 PM
2nd Homicide in Norristown this year occurred last night (February 13th 9pm) at Elm and George Street in the West End, victim identified as 27 year old Cesar Flores-Diaz.
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Driver sought after woman hurt in Bustleton Ave. hit-and-run
Driver sought after woman hurt in Bustleton Ave. hit-and-run
A woman suffered a 'traumatic brain injury' after she was struck while walking in the crosswalk of Bustleton Ave. at Stanwood Street and, officials said, they are seeking the driver who fled the scene...
on.nbc10.com
January 16, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Driver sought after woman hurt in Bustleton Ave. hit-and-run
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Quron Banks, 22, is accused of being involved in an illegal car meet at a Philly Target, striking an officer and leading police on two chases over the weekend: on.nbc10.com/RIJQixG
Man charged in chases, striking officer after illegal car meet at Philly Target
A driver was involved in an illegal car meetup at a Philadelphia Target, fled police on I-76, struck a responding officer, was shot by another officer and then led police on another chase on I-95, inv...
on.nbc10.com
January 15, 2025 at 11:51 PM
Quron Banks, 22, is accused of being involved in an illegal car meet at a Philly Target, striking an officer and leading police on two chases over the weekend: on.nbc10.com/RIJQixG
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Bensalem police are releasing few details about a woman found murdered today in a Street Road motel.
www.phillyburbs.com/story/news/2...
www.phillyburbs.com/story/news/2...
Woman found murdered in hotel room in Bensalem
Bensalem police did not release the woman’s identity or many details. A press conference is planned for Thursday morning.
www.phillyburbs.com
January 15, 2025 at 11:47 PM
Bensalem police are releasing few details about a woman found murdered today in a Street Road motel.
www.phillyburbs.com/story/news/2...
www.phillyburbs.com/story/news/2...
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They have a slightly lower total for some reason (16,413) but 10 years (and a day) of Philadelphia shooting victim data is also now available at this site maintained by the City Controller's office, with maps and filters: controller.phila.gov/philadelphia...
January 3, 2025 at 1:59 PM
They have a slightly lower total for some reason (16,413) but 10 years (and a day) of Philadelphia shooting victim data is also now available at this site maintained by the City Controller's office, with maps and filters: controller.phila.gov/philadelphia...
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16,438: shooting victims recorded in Philadelphia during the past 10 years, according to open city data updated today. Source: data.phila.gov/visualizatio...
January 2, 2025 at 6:51 PM
16,438: shooting victims recorded in Philadelphia during the past 10 years, according to open city data updated today. Source: data.phila.gov/visualizatio...
Philly saw a historic drop in murders in 2024. What changed? www.inquirer.com/news/philade...
Philly saw a historic drop in murders in 2024. What changed?
Violence has also been waning across the country, with murders nationally poised to drop by unprecedented levels for the second year in a row.
www.inquirer.com
January 2, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Philly saw a historic drop in murders in 2024. What changed? www.inquirer.com/news/philade...
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A spate of weekend shootings in #Philadelphia had Mayor Cherelle Parker reiterating her commitment to tackling gun violence.
At least 24 people were shot over the weekend amid 11 incidents. In all, four people were killed.
📸 by Alejandro Alvarez / Staff
Read more: www.inquirer.com/crime/parker...
At least 24 people were shot over the weekend amid 11 incidents. In all, four people were killed.
📸 by Alejandro Alvarez / Staff
Read more: www.inquirer.com/crime/parker...
December 16, 2024 at 7:50 PM
A spate of weekend shootings in #Philadelphia had Mayor Cherelle Parker reiterating her commitment to tackling gun violence.
At least 24 people were shot over the weekend amid 11 incidents. In all, four people were killed.
📸 by Alejandro Alvarez / Staff
Read more: www.inquirer.com/crime/parker...
At least 24 people were shot over the weekend amid 11 incidents. In all, four people were killed.
📸 by Alejandro Alvarez / Staff
Read more: www.inquirer.com/crime/parker...
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The Philly Police Department’s account of 5-year-old Marcus Yates’ 1988 murder was false, built on lies & deception.
Detectives ignored witnesses, allegedly used fabricated statements, physical violence, and threats to secure the case.
In Ch. 3 of “The Wrong Man,” Gaynor discovers he’s a suspect.
Detectives ignored witnesses, allegedly used fabricated statements, physical violence, and threats to secure the case.
In Ch. 3 of “The Wrong Man,” Gaynor discovers he’s a suspect.
December 12, 2024 at 9:34 PM
The Philly Police Department’s account of 5-year-old Marcus Yates’ 1988 murder was false, built on lies & deception.
Detectives ignored witnesses, allegedly used fabricated statements, physical violence, and threats to secure the case.
In Ch. 3 of “The Wrong Man,” Gaynor discovers he’s a suspect.
Detectives ignored witnesses, allegedly used fabricated statements, physical violence, and threats to secure the case.
In Ch. 3 of “The Wrong Man,” Gaynor discovers he’s a suspect.
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The 1988 murder of 5-year-old Marcus Yates gripped Philadelphia. Angry residents demanded that police quickly find the killers. But as pressure intensified to build a case, the investigation grew more troubling.
In Ch. 2 of “The Wrong Man,” a detective promises justice and witnesses are rounded up.
In Ch. 2 of “The Wrong Man,” a detective promises justice and witnesses are rounded up.
December 11, 2024 at 4:06 PM
The 1988 murder of 5-year-old Marcus Yates gripped Philadelphia. Angry residents demanded that police quickly find the killers. But as pressure intensified to build a case, the investigation grew more troubling.
In Ch. 2 of “The Wrong Man,” a detective promises justice and witnesses are rounded up.
In Ch. 2 of “The Wrong Man,” a detective promises justice and witnesses are rounded up.
Homicide in Lower Merion overnight
December 8, 2024 at 1:39 PM
Homicide in Lower Merion overnight
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Philly police, former Kensington cop sued over sex abuse, imprisonment of girls ages 9 and 11. Story from Kensington Voice. www.kensingtonvoice.com/en/philly-po...
Philly police, former Kensington cop sued over sex abuse, imprisonment of girls ages 9 and 11
The civil suit, filed Wednesday, claims the city’s “blatant, conscious, and reckless disregard for the safety of the public” allowed Heron to harm the two plaintiffs, identified as Jane Doe and Jane S...
www.kensingtonvoice.com
December 4, 2024 at 10:58 PM
Philly police, former Kensington cop sued over sex abuse, imprisonment of girls ages 9 and 11. Story from Kensington Voice. www.kensingtonvoice.com/en/philly-po...
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Weekly victim update: Twenty-three shooting victims were recorded from November 17 through November 23 in Philadelphia, including seven fatalities, according to city data. During the previous week: 11 shooting victims were recorded, including one fatality.
November 27, 2024 at 4:14 PM
Weekly victim update: Twenty-three shooting victims were recorded from November 17 through November 23 in Philadelphia, including seven fatalities, according to city data. During the previous week: 11 shooting victims were recorded, including one fatality.
