Wanted: Suspect Jamal Pistoria for Homicide in the 14th District

$20,000 REWARD

The Homicide Unit is requesting the public’s help in locating 23-year-old Jamal Pistoria (Pictureds above). Pistoria is wanted for the homicide by shooting of 34 year-old Bellaniri Ofelia Hernandez Camilo inside 63xx block of Stenton Ave and the assault of two additional women at that location.

THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA IS OFFERING A REWARD OF $20,000 LEADING TO AN ARREST AND CONVICTION FOR EVERY HOMICIDE.

Suspect Description: Jamal Pistoria, 33 years-of-age, 5’6″, 150 lbs., and could be in the area of the 15xx block of E. Tulpehocken St.

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Fatal Crash-Trolley vs. Pedestrian

On Monday, November 2, 2026, at approximately 9:10 a.m., a pedestrian was struck by a SEPTA trolley at the intersection of 45th Street and Chester Avenue.

The pedestrian was jogging southbound on 45th Street when they were struck by a Trolley going eastbound on Chester ave.

The pedestrian was pronounced deceased at the scene at 9:28 a.m.

The identity of the female pedestrian remains unknown at the time of this release.

The investigation remains active and ongoing.

Franklinville Man Wanted for Murder-ARRESTED

UPDATE!

Ricardo A. Ferrera, 32, of Franklinville, was arrested for the early morning murder of his girlfriend shortly after noon today and is now in custody, Gloucester County Prosecutor Andrew B. Johns announced.

According to documents filed in this case:

Franklin Township Police responded to reports of a shooting at a Porchtown Road residence at 12:36 a.m. today. A witness, who had been upstairs at the home, reported they heard gunshots and came downstairs to find the victim, Christina Cruz, 30, lying in the living room.

The witness stated Ferrera was arguing with the victim about two hours before the shooting. A second witness, who was in a first-floor bedroom, reported hearing the argument followed by two gunshots and a thud.

The first witness told police that Ferrera drove off after the shooting and authorities issued a bulletin for his arrest.

He was taken into custody on charges of first-degree murder, second-degree possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, and certain persons not to have a weapon.

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Man accused of killing wife outside of Walmart

Norristown, Pa. (Oct. 26, 2026) – Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin R. Steele and Cheltenham Chief of Police Richard Schaffer announced charges against Destino Jean-Louis, 23, of Philadelphia, for the murder of 45-year-old Latosha Ann Cooper on Oct. 21, 2026, in the parking lot of Walmart in Cheltenham.

The murder occurred at approximately 11:30 p.m. on Oct. 21, 2026. Cheltenham Township Police were dispatched to the Walmart at 1000 S. Easton Road in Cheltenham for a reported shooting. On arrival, police found Cooper lying next to her Nissan sedan with a gunshot wound to the head. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

Cheltenham Township Police and Montgomery County Detectives launched a joint homicide investigation. Through interviews and surveillance video detectives determined that Cooper and a coworker walked out of the Walmart after their shift and were standing outside talking when a masked man walked up to the victim and shot her. He then ran across Cheltenham Avenue into Philadelphia County. Video surveillance also showed the masked shooter standing near a bush with a direct line of sight to the entrance of the store, waiting for the victim to leave.

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Fatal Motorcycle Crash Under Investigation

On Thursday, October 22, 2026, at approximately 9:48 p.m., a fatal motorcycle crash involving a passenger vehicle occurred at the intersection of New State Road and Longshore Avenue in the 15th District.

The preliminary investigation indicates that a 2019 black BMW was traveling northbound on New State Road and making a left turn to continue westbound on Longshore Avenue when it was struck by a 2026 black CFHG motorcycle traveling southbound on New State Road. The motorcycle operator reportedly came around a bend before the collision.

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Jalen Hurts Unable to Play, Eagles and Agent Lynn Provide Details

PHILADELPHIA, PA (October 19, 2026)(CNBNews)— Philadelphia Eagles and Jalen Hurts’ agent Nicole Lynn provided the following statement regarding the health status of quarterback Jalen Hurts on Monday morning:

“Over the last few days, Jalen Hurts has received comprehensive medical evaluations by physician experts. For transparency, we are providing additional information on the diagnosis and treatment plan related to his condition.

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Suspect in Fatal Shooting of Philadelphia Police Officer

The following information is preliminary and subject to change as the investigation continues.

On Saturday, October 10, 2026, at approximately 12:17 a.m., two officers assigned to the 19th District responded to a report of a person with a gun at 140 North 52nd Street.

While investigating, the officers encountered a male on the porch. A struggle ensued, during which both officers were shot. Responding officers located both officers unresponsive on the porch and transported them to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center.

Officer Shane Seiber, 40, was pronounced dead at 9:04 a.m. as a result of his injuries. Officer Seiber joined the Philadelphia Police Department in September 2016 and had served in the 19th District since January 2018.

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Wanted: Suspects for Robbery in the 9th District

The Philadelphia Police Department-Central Detective Division is seeking the public’s help in identifying the offenders in the following clip and stills.

***Suspect #1 has been identified as Shakur Nichols, pictued above. An arrest warrant has been issued for his arrest.***

On Friday, August 28, 2026, at approximately 2:23 AM, the complainant was walking eastbound on the 1200 block of Sansom St when two masked offenders exited a dark gray Nissan Altima, one armed with a handgun and the other an AR-15 style rifle. The offenders forcibly removed the complainant’s jewelry and watch before fleeing in the vehicle northbound on S. 13th St.

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Coast Guard Locates Missing Boaters Near St. Lawrence Island, Alaska

JUNEAU, Alaska — The Coast Guard concluded its search efforts for three missing boaters following the rescue of one survivor and the recovery of two deceased from the water approximately 4 miles east of St. Lawrence Island, Monday.

A Coast Guard HC-130 Hercules aircrew from Air Station Kodiak located the survivor clinging on the capsized vessel at approximately 3 p.m. and deployed a raft along with survival equipment.

Watchstanders at the Coast Guard Arctic District command center coordinated the rescue of the survivor with the Northwest Explorer, a nearby good Samaritan vessel.