Philadelphia: Police need help identifying suspects involved in a copper wire theft at Love Park on February 1, 2025.
At approximately 5:40 AM, surveillance cameras captured a suspect cutting a section of copper wire from the Portal Machine at 1501 JFK Blvd.
After taking the wire, three other individuals joined the suspect, placing it in a large green and yellow trash can.
Authorities are asking the public to assist in identifying these suspects through surveillance footage available on the Philadelphia Police YouTube channel.
If you recognize these individuals, do not approach them. Instead, call 911 or submit a tip at 215-686-TIPS (8477).
Store Robbery Incident
Police are also searching for suspects involved in a robbery at a convenience store on 322 Ruscomb Street on February 20, 2025.
At 3:00 PM, a female customer refused to pay for food and left the store, prompting the owner to retrieve the items.
Shortly after, the woman returned with several males, leading to a physical altercation with the store owner.
During the fight, another suspect went behind the counter and stole cash from the register before all suspects fled.
The suspects are believed to live near the store and have been seen in the area before.
Suspect Descriptions
- Suspect #1: Black female, medium build, dressed in all black.
- Suspect #2: Black male, tall, medium build.
- Suspect #3: Black male, tall, slim build, with braids.
How to Help
Anyone with information about these crimes should contact the police immediately.
- Copper Wire Theft: Call Central Detective Division at 215-686-3093/3094 (Det. Wang, Case # DC 25-09-013564).
- Store Robbery: Call Northwest Detective Division at 215-686-3353/3354 (Case # DC 25-35-012618).
Anonymous tips can also be submitted online. Video footage of both incidents is available at phillypolice.com/news.
Stay alert and help keep Philadelphia safe!
