Name withheld by police Killed by Philadelphia Police Department

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Category: Police - City
Old Crime Scene Address:
6500 Castor Avenue
Mapping Police Violence:

An officer witnessed a strong armed robbery in action. When he intervened, the suspect punched him several times in the face. The officer pulled his tasered the suspect two times, but it had no effect. The suspect ran off with a stolen phone and a wad of cash. The officer gave chase. The suspect picked up the officer and slammed him violently onto the concrete. The officer took out his gun and told the suspect to get on the ground. He refused, and the officer shot him.

Victim's Name: Name withheld by police

Agency Responsible: Philadelphia Police Department

Gender: Male

Age: 45

Race: Unknown race

Date of Death: February 4, 2014

County: Philadelphia

Cause of Death: Gunshot

Official Disposition: Unreported

Criminal Charges: No known charges

Mental Illness: Unknown

Armed: Unclear

Weapon: unclear

Geography: Urban

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