Homicide Investigation
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
The following information is preliminary and subject to change, with updates provided as they become available:
In the 24th District, at approximately 5:07 PM, a 40-year-old Black male was shot twice in the head on the 3300 block of H Street. The victim was transported to Temple Hospital by police, where he was pronounced deceased at 5:35 PM. The scene is being held for further investigation.
Three persons of interest are currently in custody, and several firearms have been recovered.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the Homicide Unit at 215-686-3334 or the PPD tip line at 215-686-TIPS (8477).