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Police Seek Three Teen Suspects in Fatal Chipotle Bathroom Shooting Near Temple University

Police now urge tips to help locate three teen suspects in an ongoing homicide investigation.

Overview

  • A 16-year-old boy was found shot in the chest inside the bathroom of the Chipotle at N. 12th Street and W. Montgomery Avenue shortly after 5 p.m. on Jan. 12 and was pronounced dead at the scene.
  • Surveillance shows the victim asked for the bathroom key and entered with at least one other person while the restaurant was busy during the dinner hour.
  • Police detained a person of interest nearby, though officials have not said whether that individual is a suspect or a witness.
  • Investigators said they are seeking three male teens, approximately 16 to 17 years old, and released clothing descriptions reported by local media to help identify them.
  • Temple issued an alert to avoid the area, and Chipotle closed the location, is cooperating with police, and is offering counseling to employees; tips can be submitted to 215-686-TIPS.