Gun Violence
In the wake of Eddie Irizarry Jr. killing, advocates march for police accountability, transparency
The peaceful march ended in front of the Philadelphia 24th Police District station.
3 years ago
Listen 1:19Judge rules white man will stand trial for shooting Black teen Ralph Yarl, who went to wrong house
The case shocked the country and renewed national debates about gun policies and race in America.
3 years ago
Police: 12-year-old found in a West Philadelphia dumpster was killed by gunshot to back of the head
Police say 12-year-old Hezekiah Bernard died roughly 24 to 36 hours before his body was found in a West Philly dumpster last week.
3 years ago
The city of Philadelphia says there will be more police officers around school campuses this fall in an effort to prevent gun violence.
3 years ago
3 Montgomery County men arrested for manufacturing, trafficking ghost guns
Law enforcement first traced a shipment of silencer components from China to a home in Hatfield in May 2023.
3 years ago
Man accused of mass shooting in Kingsessing deemed unfit for trial
Kimbrady Carriker’s trial is on hold following an evaluation from a court-appointed psychiatrist. Carriker has been ordered to undergo 60 days of mental health treatment.
3 years ago
Road rage led to fatal shooting near Independence Hall, Philadelphia police say
According to investigators, that road rage incident involved a group of motorcyclists and the driver of a Cadillac.
3 years ago
Sheriff provides the first details of how a white man fatally shot 3 Black people at a Florida store
Jacksonville's sheriff says a white gunman who killed three people at a Dollar General store Saturday was racially motivated and hated Black people.
3 years ago
Man shot, killed in double shooting near Independence Hall in Philadelphia
The area where this incident took place is the center of tourist activity in Philadelphia.
3 years ago
What’s Philadelphia doing on gun violence prevention? New guide provides updates and lays out assets
City of Philadelphia public safety leaders have made a resource guide to help point residents affected by gun violence to services.
3 years ago
Philly officer who fatally shot Eddie Irizarry to be terminated after violating department policy
Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw says the department is suspending Officer Mark Dial with intent to dismiss due to an administrative violation.
3 years ago
Philly police shot and killed Eddie Irizarry within 5 seconds of exiting cruiser, new video shows
“I don’t care how you unpack this, a death sentence is not called for for erratic driving,” said attorney Shaka Johnson.
3 years ago
Dismantling of Wilmington’s NorthPak gang continues with two more members convicted of murder
Two years ago, prosecutors announced charges against 15 alleged members. To date, 13 have been convicted of gang-related crimes.
3 years ago
17-year-old killed after shooting erupts at unsanctioned car meet in Delaware
After the shooting, the crowd dispersed, and the unknown suspects fled the scene.
3 years ago
Suspects sought in smash and grab at Philadelphia Mills Mall
Police scrambled to evacuate the mall after getting the call around 7:20 p.m. Saturday.
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