Crime
DPS reports uptick in aggravated assaults, vehicle theft in 2022 crime statistics report
The information in the report is disseminated in compliance with federal law under the Clery Act, and contains details of all campus safety resources and public safety policies of the University.
Wawa will close two of its Center City locations, citing "security challenges"
Wawa spokesperson Lori Bruce said that Wawa has faced “continued safety and security challenges and business factors” which “have made it increasingly difficult to remain open in these two locations."
Carjackings have increased while homicides have seen a slight decrease
In a meeting with reporters, Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner discussed an increase in Philadelphia carjackings with more than 1,000 incidents being reported through the end of September, WHYY reported.
Former Veterans Affairs employee in West Phila. sentenced to federal prison for embezzlement
Bruce Minor, a former accounting clerk at the VAMC, pleaded guilty to one count of theft of government funds in May
Man stabbed at 34th Street SEPTA Station during domestic dispute
The victim reportedly intervened in an altercation between a man and his girlfriend and was subsequently punched and stabbed.
Former Philadelphia congressman pleads guilty to election fraud
Myers, who worked as a campaign consultant following his Congressional career, will now face up to 20 years in prison.
Philadelphia concludes yearlong investigation on mishandling of MOVE bombing victims' remains
The report gives 16 recommendations to the Philadelphia Department of Public Health following the mishandling of the bombing.
‘It was high panic’: Penn students present at Philadelphia Fourth of July shooting recount
Several students present at the fireworks display recounted their experiences during and after the shooting to The Daily Pennsylvanian.
14-year-old boy last seen near Franklin Field missing
The 14-year-old is 5-foot-6, 120 pounds, and has black hair and brown eyes. Police ask anyone with possible information about his whereabouts to contact them at 215-686-3183 or 911.
Gunshots fired near Philadelphia Museum of Art during Fourth of July fireworks show
The shots came from the area of 25th and Spring Garden streets, behind where the Wawa Welcome America concert headlining Jason Derulo had concluded minutes before.
Filipino lawyer shot dead on Penn campus at 38th and Spruce streets
Laylo was shot in the head near the Wawa on Penn’s campus, as he and his mother headed in an Uber to the airport.
‘The most traumatizing night of my life’: Penn students who witnessed South Street shooting reflect
While the students were not injured in the mass shooting that night, 14 individuals — nearly all bystanders, with ages ranging from 17 to 69 — were either wounded or killed.
Dirt biker turns himself in after skateboarder's death in crash
Kevin Rubio turned himself into the Philadelphia Police Department on May 26 after colliding with Jesus Gomez Rosario — who died two days later at Temple University Hospital.
Three killed, 11 wounded in mass shooting Saturday night on Philadelphia's South Street
Initial gunshots were fired around 11:30 p.m., and multiple shooters were seen firing into a crowd along the famous street, where many bars, restaurants, and retail stores are located.
The DP analyzed three years of UPennAlerts. Here’s what we found.
In 2021, the Division of Public Safety issued a total of 67 UPennAlerts, up from 58 alerts in 2020 and 34 in 2019.
Philadelphia Police Department reports a recent decrease in carjackings
The rate — which was on the rise earlier this year — fell to a record low of 20 carjackings in the week of March 9 to March 16.
National search for Penn's new VP of Public Safety begins, following Maureen Rush’s retirement
Senior Executive Vice President Craig Carnaroli is leading the search for Rush’s replacement. While Rush acted as both Chief of Police and Vice President of DPS, the roles will now be separate positions.
Division of Public Safety updates safety guidelines as Philadelphia carjacking rate triples
More than 129 carjacking incidents have been logged in Philadelphia since the year's start, up from 43 during the same time frame in 2021, according to DPS.
Grease fire erupts at McDonald’s on 40th and Walnut streets on Thursday evening
Firefighters on the scene noted considerable amounts of smoke rising from the rear kitchen of the restaurant. The Division of Public Safety later confirmed the incident as a grease fire and deemed the situation under control.