Police were called to the 5600 block Wyalusing Avenue after receiving a report of a man armed with a gun. When they arrived, police say they found a gunman as well as another suspect who was with him. The responding officers began to chase after the suspects, according to investigators. The suspect allegedly ran into an SUV and then pointed his gun at the officers. Officials say the officers opened fire, striking the suspect in the chest.
Victim's Name: Name withheld by police
Agency Responsible: Philadelphia Police Department
Gender: Male
Age: Unknown
Race: Unknown race
Date of Death: May 22, 2013
County: Philadelphia
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Unreported
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: No
Armed: Allegedly Armed
Weapon: gun
Geography: Urban