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Philadelphia Police Seek Gunman Who Fired 10 Shots at Fleeing Woman in Morning Street Attack

Police released surveillance video seeking tips on what they call a targeted attack by a stranger.

Overview

  • Gunfire erupted around 7 a.m. Monday on Roosevelt Boulevard near Lawrence Street in North Philadelphia’s Feltonville neighborhood.
  • Surveillance video shows a masked man chasing the woman, firing roughly 10 rounds, then returning to a parked black Nissan Juke and driving away.
  • No injuries were reported, and no arrests have been made as the investigation remains active.
  • Police described the suspect as a Black man about 5 feet 7 inches tall with his face covered by a sweatshirt and wearing white gloves, last seen entering a black Nissan Juke.
  • The woman told investigators she did not know the pursuer, and police say the shooting appeared targeted; tips can be submitted to 215-686-TIPS or by calling 911 if the suspect is seen.