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Gun Violence

Marchers hold signs and stand in front of a row of police officers outside of the district headquarters.
Community

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 1:19
People gather at a rally to support Ralph Yarl, Tuesday, April 18, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo. Yarl, a Black teenager, was shot last week by a white homeowner when he mistakenly went to the wrong address to pick up his younger brothers.
Courts & Law

Judge 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

Officer Ernest Ransom speaks at a press conference
Community

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

Malik Smith, seen from behind wearing a safety vest, walks with a group of students.
Education

‘Safety zones,’ campus monitors, and gun detection systems make up Philadelphia’s back-to-school safety plan

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

Ghost guns
Courts & Law
6abc

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

Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw
Courts & Law

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

(6abc)
Community
6abc

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

Residents gather for a prayer near the scene of a mass shooting at a Dollar General store, Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Community

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

(6abc)
Community

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

A closeup of Philadelphia City Hall.
Community

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

Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw speaks at a podium.
Courts & Law

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

Philadelphia criminal attorney Shaka Johnson called into question information released by Philadelphia police about the shooting of 27-year-old Eddie Irizarry at a press conference with Irizarry’s family on Aug.22, 2023. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Courts & Law

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

crime scene
Courts & Law

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

(6abc)
Community
6abc

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

(6abc)
Community
6abc

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.

3 years ago

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