PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Northwest Detective Division of the Philadelphia Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying an individual suspected of package theft. The alleged crime occurred on January 28, 2024, marking yet another incident in a growing trend of doorstep deliveries being targeted by thieves.
At approximately 5:17 p.m., in the rear alley of the 4500 block of Riverside Way, an unknown male is alleged to have stolen a package from a resident’s doorstep. After reportedly committing the theft, the suspect left the area in an unknown direction.
The suspect is described as a black male of medium build, believed to be in his late teens or early 20s. He was seen wearing a dark hooded jacket and gray pants at the time of the alleged incident.
As investigations continue into this incident, the Northwest Detective Division is urging anyone with information that might lead to the identification of this individual to come forward. However, residents are advised not to approach the suspect if they see him, but to contact 911 immediately.
Anonymous tips can be submitted via telephone at 215.686.TIPS (8477) or through text message to the same number. The department assures all tipsters that their information will be kept confidential. Those with information about this crime or the suspect can also directly contact the Northwest Detective Division at 215-686-3353/3354.
Package theft is increasingly becoming a problem in many neighborhoods, leaving residents feeling violated and frustrated. This case serves as a reminder of the importance of preventive measures such as installing security cameras, scheduling deliveries when someone is home, or having packages delivered to a secure location.
As always, it is crucial to remember that all crimes described are allegations. The unidentified suspect, like all individuals facing potential criminal charges, is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
As this investigation progresses, more details may emerge that could change the current understanding of this event. Further updates on this case will be provided as they become available.
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