As reported by the Philadelphia Police Department
Stolen cell phone
On Friday, June 9 at approximately 2:25 p.m., an unknown black male was captured on surveillance video entering the Founding Fathers Sports Bar & Grill, 1612 South St. Once inside, the suspect wandered around the building and took a cellular phone from a table. He then fled in an unknown direction. To report information, call South Detectives at 215–685–1635, text PPDTIP (773847) or visit phillypolice.com/forms.
Shoplifting shelf items
On Wednesday, May 31 at approximately 3 a.m., an unknown black male was captured on surveillance video entering the 7-Eleven, 847 S. 2nd St. While he was selecting items from the shelves, a second unknown male suspect repositioned a vehicle for an easy getaway. After taking the items, both suspects fled the area in an unknown direction. To report information, call South Detectives at 215–685–1635, text PPDTIP (773847) or visit phillypolice.com/forms.
Swindling cash back
On May 2, at 7 p.m., two unknown white males were captured on surveillance video entering Gooey Louie’s Deli, located at 231 McClellan St. Once inside, the suspects purchased a soda with a $100 bill. As the cashier began to hand back the change the suspects barraged the cashier with breaking larger bills into smaller, then changing smaller bills into larger bills. After the suspects left, it was discovered they defrauded the cashier out of nearly $700. To report information, call South Detectives at 215–685–1635, text PPDTIP (773847) or visit phillypolice.com/forms.
