Shooting at 17th and Wharton caught on two surveillance cameras
A man walking along the 1700 block of Wharton Street ran for his life after being shot June 25, and two surveillance cameras caught the incident and the aftermath.
If you know anything about the two suspects, call 911. Check it out:
Both suspects fled the scene in a silver colored vehicle heading east on Wharton Street from 17th street. The victim was transported to the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania with a gunshot wound to the left thigh.
Police describe the suspects as: Suspect #1: Black male, 6’0 tall, 20 years-old, muscular build, full beard. He was wearing blue jeans, white tank top and an orange hat. Suspect #2: Black male, wearing a jacket, blue jeans and a black shirt.
Anyone with information about the suspects or the shooting is urged to contact Philadelphia Police immediately at 215.686.TIPS (8477) or text a tip to PPD TIP (773847).
