FBI Increases Carvajal Murder Reward

Nearly five years after 19-year-old Chrys Carvajal was gunned down in a senseless act of gang violence, the FBI is renewing its call for justice with an increased reward of up to $50,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of fugitive Joseph Matos.

Carvajal had recently completed Army National Guard basic training and returned home to Chicago to spend Fourth of July weekend with family and friends. On July 3, 2021, as he walked to his vehicle after attending a party in the Belmont Cragin neighborhood on the city’s North Side, investigators say he was approached by Matos and Gary Roberson, two alleged members of the Milwaukee Kings street gang, and fatally shot.

Authorities allege the attack was likely committed to enhance the shooters’ standing within the gang.

“Chrys Carvajal had no gang affiliation whatsoever,” said FBI Chicago Supervisory Special Agent Michael Zoufal, who heads the Bureau’s Second City Gang Task Force, which is investigating the case. “He wasn’t known to these individuals. There was no connection. Unfortunately, it was simply a tragic case of being in the wrong place at the wrong time.”

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Double Shooting Investigation

The Philadelphia Police Department is investigating a double shooting that occurred Sunday evening, July 5, in the 22nd District, leaving one man critically injured and another in stable condition.

At approximately 5:56 pm. 22nd District officers responded to reports of gunfire on the 2100 block of N. 22nd Street. Upon arrival, officers located two adult male victims suffering from gunshot wounds. Officers immediately transported the first male victim and transported him to Temple University Hospital, where he is currently listed in critical condition. Officers transported the second male victim to Temple University Hospital, where he is currently listed in stable condition.

No arrests have been made at this time, and the investigation is actively ongoing with the Shooting Investigation Group.

Please note that this information is preliminary and subject to change as the active scene is processed. Updates will be provided as they become available.

31 Indicted in Camden Jail Drug Ring

More than thirty people were charged for their involvement in a drug-trafficking ring that was operating within the walls of the jail and beyond, following an eight-month-long investigation, announced Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and the Camden County Department of Corrections.

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Homicide Investigation

The Philadelphia Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a fatal stabbing that occurred July 2, 2026 in the 12th District.

Approximately 7:30 p.m., officers responded to the 6300 block of Dicks Avenue, where they located a 31-year-old male suffering from a single stab wound to his left arm. The victim was transported by officers to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, where he was pronounced deceased at 8:09 p.m.

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Camden County Prosecutor’s Office

All individuals are innocent unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

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Police Seek Public’s Assistance in Locating Homicide Suspect Wanted in Multiple Shootings

The Philadelphia Police Department’s Homicide Unit is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 21-year-old Jahylin Melchur, who is wanted in connection with two homicides and one non-fatal shooting.

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OneCoin Fraud Compensation

DOJ program to provide compensation to qualifying individuals of international scheme

The FBI is encouraging victims of the OneCoin international cryptocurrency investment scheme whose investments resulted in a net loss to apply for compensation through a special Department of Justice (DOJ) program before the June 30 deadline.

“Misled by falsified statements and empty promises, many unknowingly depleted their savings for a fraudulent investment scheme in an emerging financial ecosystem that would never pay out,” said FBI New York Assistant Director in Charge James C. Barnacle Jr. in a DOJ press release about the announcement. “With the unwavering support from the Department of Justice, the FBI maintains its commitment to returning these stolen funds to their rightful owners.”

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Philadelphia PD Investigating Homicides

Homicide—900 W. Hunting Park Avenue

Philadelphia – Homicide detectives are investigating the fatal shooting of a man inside Hunting Park on Saturday night.

On Saturday, June 20, 2026, at approximately 10:04 p.m., Philadelphia police officers responded to the area of 900 W. Hunting Park Avenue for a report of a person shot inside the park near the baseball field.

Upon arrival, officers located 45-year-old Martin Higgins suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to the torso. The victim was unresponsive and was pronounced dead at the scene by responding medics at 10:41 p.m.

The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under investigation. No arrests have been made, and no weapon has been recovered.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the Philadelphia Police Department Homicide Unit at 215-686-3334 or submit an anonymous tip by calling 215-686-TIPS (8477). All tips will be kept confidential.

Homicide—1200 W. Hunting Park Avenue

On Friday, June 26, 2026, officers responded to the 1200 block of West Hunting Park Avenue for a report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound to the back.

Police transported the victim to Temple University Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 11:29 p.m.

No arrests have been made, and no weapon has been recovered at this time.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the Philadelphia Police Department Homicide Unit at 215-686-3334. Anonymous tips can also be submitted by calling 215-686-TIPS (8477).

Two Men Arrested on Threats, Extortion, and Conspiracy Charges

John Alite, 63, of Englishtown, New Jersey, was arrested on June 19, 2026, and charged with multiple counts of theft by extortion (second degree), corporate misconduct (second degree), usury (second degree), and terroristic threats. It is alleged that Alite made loans in excess of the maximum rate permitted by law and subsequently obtained the property and monies of victims by threatening to commit violent acts.

He is also alleged to have misused his corporation, Straightened-Out Entertainment, Inc., to promote his criminal scheme. Alite is a councilman in Englishtown.

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Suspect for Homicide in the 22nd District

The Philadelphia Police Department Homicide Unit is looking to identify the individual, depicted in the following surveillance video excerpts, as part of an ongoing investigation into the double murder of two individuals, that occurred on Friday, May 8th, 2026, at about 2:21 AM, in the 2500 block of W. Berks Street.

The male suspect is described as a Black male that appears to be in his mid-twenties to early thirties, approximately 5’9″ to 5’11” tall, medium built.