Overview
- Security video captured a man attempting to take a package from a home on East Rockland Street before the 50-year-old homeowner confronted him and fired a warning shot.
- As he fled, police say the suspect shot at the homeowner, then fired toward responding officers, prompting an officer to return fire before the suspect escaped.
- Investigators recovered a .40-caliber handgun and a jacket on Rockland Street that they believe are linked to the suspect.
- No injuries were reported, the officer who fired has been placed on administrative duty pending an internal investigation, and both responding officers’ body cameras were activated.
- Police released a description and request tips at 215-683-1866: light-skinned Hispanic man with a stocky build and possible goatee, last seen in a brown coat, black pants and gray sneakers.