The PPD Northwest Detective Division is attempting to identify the individual responsible for this institutional vandalism.
On January 4, 2026 at approximately 5:25am at 6498 Ridge Ave the offender spray painted racist slogans on the exterior walls of Roxborough High School.
Surveillance cameras captured an unknown male approaching the school on foot coming east bound on Fountain St towards Pechin St. He then started to spray paint walls and continued towards the back of the school and further vandalizing school walls. He was last seen headed towards Ridge Ave.
- Suspect Description: White male, wearing an orange scarf/wrap, green and black winter hat, gray hooded jacket, gray pants and a gray and black backpack.
- To view this video and more, visit The Philadelphia Police YouTube Channel or https://phillypolice.com/news
Note: This video has no audio.
- If you see this suspect, do not approach, contact 911 immediately.
- To submit a tip via telephone, dial 215.686.TIPS (8477)
- Use this electronic form to submit a tip anonymously.
- All tips will be confidential.
If you have any information about this crime or this suspect, please contact:
Northwest Detective Division:
215-686-3353/3354
DC 26-05-000187
For additional information and updates, visit https://www.phillypolice.com/news-blotter/wanted-suspect-for-vandalism-in-the-5th-district-video/