A manhunt is underway following a carjacking at gunpoint that occurred at an Exxon gas station at 234 N. 63rd St, according to Philadelphia police. The incident took place in the early hours of May 5th, where an unnamed individual was robbed of their 2009 light silver Dodge Nitro, details Philadelphia Police Blotter provided.

The vehicle, which sported PA Tag# JXJ-9919 and had VIN: 1D8GU58K19W545965, was equipped with rear tinted windows, the police are urging anyone with information to step forward the carjacking occurred around 12:30 AM, and the authorities are seeking to make progress in this troubling case. The suspect, described as a black male in his late twenties and standing at approximately 5’10” with a medium build, was last seen wearing a burgundy hooded sweatshirt, a black tactical vest, dark jeans, sneakers, and a face mask he was also reportedly armed with a handgun.

Police have released a description of the suspect to aid in their search, seeking assistance from the public in identifying the individual responsible for the crime. The description depicts the suspect as a black male, his late twenties, around 5'10" tall with a medium build; he wore a burgundy hooded sweatshirt, black tactical vest, dark jeans, and sneakers during the carjacking, which was further intensified by the presence of a firearm as reported by the Southwest Detective Division.

As the investigation continues, community members are urged to maintain vigilance and report any sightings or relevant information to the Southwest Detective Division, this is of particular importance for the recovery of the stolen Dodge Nitro and the apprehension of the suspect potentially still armed with a handgun, there is an undercurrent of tension in the neighborhood as residents and authorities alike hope for a swift resolution to this distressing event.