On Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, at approximately 10:10 p.m., officers were flagged down near Frankford Avenue and Covent Street by the operator of a white Hyundai, who reported that a 17-year-old male was suffering from a gunshot wound.

Officers located the victim in the rear passenger seat of the vehicle. He had been shot once in the right hip and was transported by police to Jefferson Torresdale Hospital, where he was listed in stable condition.

The preliminary investigation determined that the shooting occurred on the 8000 block of Frankford Avenue. The scene was secured and the Shooting Investigations Group was notified.

The offender was described as a Black male with a dark complexion, medium build and beard. He was wearing a white baseball cap with a blue brim, a blue-and-green jacket with a blue star on the back, green pants and white sneakers.

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Anthony Roberts

Edward Hobson

The Philadelphia Police Department has arrested and charged two individuals in connection with the fatal shooting of 53-year-old Saud Clark, which occurred in the 22nd Police District.

On Monday, October 19, 2026, at approximately 9:41 p.m., officers assigned to the 22nd Police District responded to a radio call for a “Person with a Gun” on the 2300 block of North 16th Street. Upon arrival, officers located a 53-year-old male suffering from a gunshot wound to the head. The victim was transported by police to Temple University Hospital, where he was initially listed in critical condition.

On Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at approximately 6:31 p.m., the victim, identified as Saud Clark, was pronounced deceased at Temple University Hospital. The Homicide Unit was notified at approximately 7:00 p.m. and assumed responsibility for the investigation, which was initially assigned to the Shooting Investigation Group.

As a result of the investigation, two individuals were arrested and firearms were recovered. The defendants have been identified as Edward Hobson, 36, of Willow Grove, Pennsylvania, and Anthony Roberts, 40, of the 1800 block of North Taylor Street in Philadelphia.

On Thursday, October 22, 2026, charges were approved against both defendants, including Murder, Violations of the Uniform Firearms Act (VUFA), Possessing Instruments of Crime (PIC), Recklessly Endangering Another Person (REAP), and Criminal Conspiracy.

The investigation remains ongoing with the Philadelphia Police Department’s Homicide Unit.

On October 21, 2026, at approximately 10:48 p.m., 18th District officers responded to Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP) Cedar for a report of a walk-in gunshot victim who reported a prior assault.

Upon arrival, officers spoke with the 18-year-old male victim, who stated that he was walking toward his residence on the 5400 block of Pennsgrove Street when a small black SUV stopped outside his home. An unknown individual inside the vehicle then fired multiple shots at him from the driver’s side.

The victim sustained two small lacerations to his chest and was listed in stable condition by attending medical personnel.

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On Sunday, October 18, 2026, at approximately 9:46 p.m., 22nd District officers responded to a radio call for a person with a gun at 19th and Dauphin streets. Upon arrival, officers were directed to the 2200 block of North Gratz Street, where they located an adult male on the highway suffering from multiple gunshot wounds throughout his body.

The victim was transported by police to Temple University Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 10:02 p.m.

The scene was secured, and investigators responded to conduct an investigation.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Homicide Unit at 215-686-3334 or call the PPD tip line at 215-686-TIPS (8477). Tipsters can remain anonymous.

As with all homicides in the city of Philadelphia, there is a $20,000 reward for information that leads to an arrest and conviction.

35th District – Shooting Investigation

On October 20, 2026, at approximately 12:58 a.m., 35th District officers responded to Albert Einstein Medical Center for a report of a walk-in shooting victim.

Upon arrival, officers met with a 47-year-old male who was suffering from a single gunshot wound to his left hand. The victim was treated by attending physicians and listed in stable condition.

The victim reported that he was walking toward his vehicle on the 5700 block of Kemble Avenue when he observed two unknown males behind him. One of the males pointed a handgun at the victim.  A single shot was fired, striking the victim in his left hand.

The victim fled to his home, while both offenders fled in the opposite direction. He was subsequently transported to Albert Einstein Medical Center for treatment.

Offenders: Two unidentified males, both believed to be armed with firearms.

This incident remains under investigation.

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On Oct. 17, 2026, at approximately 4:38 p.m., police responded to the 6300 block of Morton Street for a reported shooting.

A 19-year-old male was shot in the right hip. Philadelphia Fire Department medics transported him to Einstein Medical Center, where he was listed in stable condition.

The scene was held for investigators and no arrest has been made.

This investigation remains active and ongoing with the Shooting Investigation Group.

Anyone with information about these incidents are asked to contact the Philadelphia Police Department.

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling 215-686-TIPS (8477).

On Oct. 17, 2026, at approximately 4:21 a.m., police responded to the 2000 block of North Front Street for a reported stabbing.

An adult male was stabbed once in the rear of his left shoulder. Philadelphia Fire Department medics transported him to Temple University Hospital, where he was listed in stable condition.

Police are searching for a Black male wearing black clothing in connection with the incident. The investigation remains ongoing.

Anyone with information about this incident are asked to contact the Philadelphia Police Department.

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling 215-686-TIPS (8477)