Wanted: Suspect Naseem Sills for Homicide in the 12th District

Philadelphia Police, Homicide Detectives are seeking the public’s help in locating Naseem Sills 19-years-old who is wanted for the below listed homicide.

There is a $20,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect in this homicide case.

Homicide by Shooting Incident:
On Thursday, July 4, 2024, at 11:30 p.m., police responded to a radio call for a person with a gun, male shot on the 19XX block of South Salford Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

  • Victim #1:  Maurice Quain who was 19-year-old male suffered a gunshot wound to the head.  Philadelphia Fire Department Medic Unit pronounced the victim dead at 11:43 p.m.
  • Victim #2: An 18-year-old male suffered a gunshot wound to his left leg.
  • Victim #3: A 23-year-old male suffered a gunshot wound to his right leg.
  • Victim #4: A 21-year-old male suffered a gunshot wound to his left shoulder.
  • Victim #5: An 18-year-old male suffered a graze wound to his head.
  • Victim #6: A 15-year-old female suffered a gunshot wound to her left foot.
  • Victim #7: A 16-year-old male suffered a gunshot wound to his left thigh.
  • Victim #8: A 14-year-old male suffered a gunshot wound to his right thigh.
  • Victim #9: A 24-year-old male suffered a gunshot wound to his left leg.
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Philadelphia Police Seek Public’s Help Locating Suspect in South Lawrence Street Homicide

The Philadelphia Police Department’s Homicide Unit is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 27-year-old Rahsign Richards, who is wanted in connection with the fatal stabbing of Malik Green earlier this month. Richards is described as a Black male, standing 6’01” tall and weighing approximately 160 lbs. His last known address was located on the 300 block of South Broad Street.

The investigation began on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at approximately 2:28 pm, when 1st District officers responded to a radio call reporting a person with a gun at 4XX Tasker Street. Upon arrival, officers located the victim, 30-year-old Malik Green, in the 1600 block of South Lawrence Street, suffering from multiple stab wounds to the chest. Police immediately transported Green to Jefferson Hospital, where he succumbed to his wounds and was pronounced dead at 2:38 pm.

A post-mortem examination conducted on April 19, 2026, officially confirmed that the cause of death was stab wounds to the chest, and the manner of death has been ruled a homicide. Investigators have since identified Richards as the primary suspect in this case.

The Philadelphia Police Department urges anyone with information regarding Rahsign Richards’ whereabouts to contact the Homicide Unit at 215-686-3334/3335, submit a tip anonymously at 215-686-TIPS, or call 911 immediately if he is sighted.

Unhealthy Air Affects Nearly 1.2 Million PA Kids; Philadelphia Metro Earns Failing Grades

Today, the American Lung Association released its 27th annual “State of the Air” report, which finds that nearly half of the children in the U.S. are breathing unhealthy levels of air pollution, including 1,176,798 kids in Pennsylvania. The report also shows that air quality in the Philadelphia-Reading-Camden, PA-NJ-DE-MD metro area continues to fail, earning, F grades for ozone smog, daily and year-round particle pollution. While the region remains graded straight F’s for all three measures, year-round fine particle pollution worsened compared to last year, moving from 26th worst in the nation to 17th worst, increasing residents’ exposure to unhealthy air.

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Arrest of Dieufort Joly

Aggravated Assault Incident

On Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 1:40 p.m., the offender intentionally drove his black 2007 Hyundai Tucson into the 2nd Police District headquarters lobby on the 73XX block of Castor Avenue.  There were five civilians in the lobby that received medical attention for non-life-threatening injuries from this incident.   The offender exited his vehicle and walked onto Castor Avenue, where police apprehended him.  

There is extensive damage, but not structural damage, to the police building.  The suspect was transported to Jefferson Torresdale Hospital for medical treatment, released, and then transported to the police facility for processing.  Police Officers began rendering aid to individuals, and the Philadelphia Fire Department responded to assist. The civilians in the lobby sustained minor injuries from debris from the incident.  Police secured the scene.  Northeast Detectives are leading the investigation.

Offender:   Dieufort Joly, 26-year-old male, from the 21XX block of Glendale Avenue was charged with the following offenses;  Five counts of  Aggravated Assault, Five counts of Simple Assault, Five Counts of Recklessly Endangering Another Person,  one count of Causing/Risking Catastrophe, One count of Institutional Vandalism,  and One count of Possession of Instrument of Crime.  

Investigation Into Human Remains Found


On Monday evening, 14th District Officers responded to the woods near the intersection of Wissahickon Creek and Germantown Avenue at approximately 6:41 p.m., where they located the skeletal remains of an adult. Due to the condition of the remains, the individual’s race and gender have not yet been determined. Investigators from the Medical Examiner’s Office will begin the recovery process and work toward a formal identification.

Suspect for Homicide in the 18th District

Wanted: Suspect for Homicide in the 18th District [VIDEO]
The Philadelphia Police Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying a suspect in the following Homicide:On April 6, 2026, at approximately 4:40 pm, two men became involved in an altercation inside a store on the 4000 block of Market Street. One of the men shot and killed the other. The offender then escaped on a motorized scooter and was last seen in the area of 4100 Aspen Street. Surveillance cameras in the area captured the shooting and several images of the offender.***A $20,000 reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest and conviction.***Suspect Description: Black male, 40’s, thin build, mustache, last seen wearing a black “Guess” hooded jacket, distressed blue jeans, black Nike Air Max Goadomes boots, white head phones…known to frequent the area of 40th & Market Streets.To view this video and more, visit The Philadelphia Police YouTube Channel or https://phillypolice.com/newshttps://youtu.be/bYVdbmVbg5gNote: 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:
Homicide Unit:
215-686-3334/3335
Det. Domenic #9140
DC 26-18-018760

Online Child Investigation Nabs Old Bridge Suspect; Vigilantes Interfere

OLD BRIDGE, NJ (CNBNews)( (April 16, 2026)–-Middlesex County Prosecutor Linda Estremera, Chief Thomas J. Montagna of the Old Bridge Police Department, and Chief Daniel Plumacker of the Sayreville Police Department announced today that Kevin Coposky, 39, of Old Bridge, has been arrested as a result of an online child exploitation investigation conducted by the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office.

Old Bridge Police Department received a tip from a concerned citizen regarding Coposky attempting to meet children online for the purpose of engaging in sexual activity. An investigation was conducted by Detective Ryan Hall of the Old Bridge Police Department, Detective Christopher Raub of the Sayreville Police Department and Detective Ken McGarry of the Internet Crimes Against Children Unit at the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office. As a result of that investigation Coposky was charged.

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Wanted: Suspect for Theft of Packages in the 3rd District

Wanted: Suspect for Theft of Packages in the 3rd District [VIDEO]
On April 13,2026 at approximately 2:00 PM, an unknown person was captured on surveillance video scouting around in the 1XX block of Carpenter Street. Moments later, the suspect returns and takes several packages from the victim’s steps then leaves the area in an unknown direction.To view this video and more, visit The Philadelphia Police YouTube Channel or https://phillypolice.com/newshttps://youtu.be/kRIzpwh3l_oNote: 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:
South Detective Division:
215-686-3013/3014
DC 26-03-015220

Philly Beer Tour Reimagined

Crafted in Philly Brewery Tour returns for third consecutive year

Philly beer drinkers have never had more options in the city and suburbs, and for the third consecutive year, BrewedAt brings the Crafted In Philly Brewery Tour to the city. 

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Officer Involved Shooting/Overnight Incidents

Please note that the following information is preliminary and subject to change as the investigation continues.

On Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at approximately 7:14am, two 18th District Philadelphia Police Officers responded to a radio call for a person with a weapon and a report of a family being held hostage on the 5400 block of Webster Street. Preliminary investigation indicates the 911 call originated from a phone registered to the decedent.

Upon arrival, the uniformed officers observed a male (later identified as the decedent) on the front porch of a residence. The officers, Officer #1 and Officer A, exited their RPC, at which point the male brandished a firearm, and raised the handgun in their direction. The officers took cover and issued multiple commands for the male to drop the weapon. The male discharged one round from his weapon. At that point officer #1 discharged her service weapon one time, striking the male.

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