At a Glance
- Man attacked girlfriend, took 11-month-old baby, left child at corner store in Philadelphia.
- Incident happened Jan. 2, 2026 at 1:15 p.m. on Nelson Street.
- Suspect later arrested on L Street; girlfriend hospitalized, baby evaluated with no injuries.
- Why it matters: It underscores domestic violence risks and police action in the city.
A Philadelphia man was arrested after a series of violent acts that left his girlfriend injured and an 11-month-old baby temporarily abandoned at a corner store. The incident unfolded on Jan. 2, 2026 at about 1:15 p.m. inside a residence on Nelson Street. Police say the suspect, who is not the baby’s biological father, was later taken into custody on L Street.
Incident Details
Police report the suspect physically assaulted his girlfriend while they lived together in a home on the 4700 block of Nelson Street. He then removed their 11-month-old child from the house.
The baby was not wearing clothing and was wrapped only in a blanket as the suspect carried him outside amid the day’s frigid temperatures.
He entered a corner store on the 1400 block of Luzerne Street and handed the infant to an unknown person before leaving the area.
Police Response
The suspect was arrested by officers on the 3900 block of L Street later that day.
The girlfriend was taken to a hospital where she received treatment for facial and throat injuries, while the baby was also evaluated but showed no visible injuries.
Police have not released the suspect’s identity or the charges he will face, and the Special Victims Unit continues its investigation.
- 11-month-old baby, no visible injuries.
- Suspect not biological father.
- Incident at 1:15 p.m. on Jan. 2, 2026.
| Date | Time | Location | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan. 2, 2026 | 1:15 p.m. | Nelson Street | Attack, baby taken |
| Jan. 2, 2026 | later | Luzerne Street | Baby left at corner store |
| Jan. 2, 2026 | later | L Street | Suspect arrested |
The case has drawn attention to domestic violence concerns in Philadelphia and the role of law enforcement in protecting vulnerable victims.
Key Takeaways
- Suspect arrested after violent act.
- Baby left at corner store but unharmed.
- Police investigating, no charges announced yet.
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text LOVEIS to 22522.
