At a Glance
- Shots fired at 1 a.m. on Strahle Street during attempted car theft.
- Victim scared off gunman, escaped unharmed.
- Police found two shell casings and are investigating.
- Why it matters: The incident highlights rising nighttime vehicle theft threats in Northeast Philadelphia and shows a citizen’s quick action potentially preventing a more serious crime.
In a tense overnight incident on Strahle Street, a resident confronted a gunman attempting to steal a car, managed to scare him off, and escaped unharmed after being fired at twice. Police are now investigating the suspect.
Incident Overview
Around 1 a.m. on Monday, a victim leaving home on the 1700 block of Strahle Street in the Rhawnhurst section of Northeast Philadelphia encountered an armed gunman who was trying to steal a parked vehicle. The victim confronted the gunman, chased him down the street, and was able to scare him off before the assailant fired two shots at the victim. The victim was unharmed and did not sustain any injuries.
Investigators recovered two spent shell casings at the scene.
- Time: 1 a.m.
- Location: 1700 block of Strahle Street, Rhawnhurst, Northeast Philadelphia
- Outcome: victim unharmed, gunman fled
Investigation Status
Police have not released a description of the gunman but have announced an ongoing investigation into the incident.
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 1 a.m. | Victim exits home and confronts gunman |
| 1 a.m. | Victim chases gunman down street |
| 1 a.m. | Gunman fires twice at victim |
The incident occurred in the early hours of Monday morning and involved an attempted vehicle theft that escalated into a shooting.
Key Takeaways
- Victim successfully scared off gunman and escaped unharmed.
- Two shell casings were found at the scene.
- Police are investigating but have not yet identified the suspect.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the suspect and urge anyone with information to come forward.
