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Suspect Taken Into Custody in North Philadelphia Uber Hit-and-Run

Police say the arrest stems from a flight during a domestic-assault warrant attempt.

Overview

  • Police said a person was taken into custody Tuesday in connection with the fatal hit-and-run.
  • The crash occurred just before 7:30 a.m. Monday at North 9th Street and West Girard Avenue in North Philadelphia.
  • Investigators identified the suspect as Joseph Cini, who fled a home on the 900 block of North Watts Street during a warrant service for domestic assault.
  • Police say he was driving a Nissan Maxima that struck a red Jeep Patriot being used as an Uber.
  • The 63-year-old passenger was pronounced dead at 7:24 a.m., the 51-year-old driver was hospitalized in stable condition, and police say the fleeing driver ran off on foot toward North 8th Street as they seek tips.