The Philadelphia Police Department needs the public’s assistance identifying a suspect for assault around 26th Street and Penrose Avenue.
On Monday, May 27 at approximately 9 p.m., a Philadelphia Police Officer observed an ATV fueling up at the Sunoco Gas Station located at 2601 Penrose Avenue.
The officer exited the patrol vehicle to conduct a vehicle investigation. As the officer approached the vehicle, the suspect revved the engine, pulled away and struck the officer in the leg/foot, according to police.
The suspect was captured on surveillance video inside of the gas station prior to the incident paying for his purchase.
- If you see this suspect do not approach, contact 911 immediately.
- To submit a tip via telephone, dial (215) 686-TIPS (8477) or text a tip to PPD TIP or 773847.
- Use this electronic form to submit a tip anonymously.
- All tips will be confidential.
If you have any information about this crime or this suspect, please contact South Detective Division at (215) 686-3013/3014 Det. Schaffling #8131 DC 19-01-023965.
