The Central Detective Division is currently enlisting the aid of the public to track down a man implicated in an attempted burglary of two businesses located on the 2800 block of Dauphin Street in the early hours of June 18, 2024. Shortly past 5:00 AM, surveillance footage captured the suspect's unsuccessful attempts to breach both establishments, which led to damage to the properties' security gates. Philadelphia Police Department released the video hoping someone will come forward with information about this individual.
Authorities have shared a description of the suspect, who appears in the video wearing a dark hooded jacket that features a notable silver zipper alongside dark pants and sneakers; in his possession, a crowbar and a distinct backpack were noted, the quest for recognition complicated by the decision to commit the crime under the cover of morning's darkness, a time when few are awake to witness the silent alarm of shattered routine. While the attempts did not grant the suspect access to the businesses, the resultant damage to the security gates signifies an intent that cannot be ignored, a disregard for the sanctity of commercial space that underpins our collective sense of community and economic wellbeing.
Since the release of the video and suspect information, the Philadelphia Police Department has not reported any suspects being apprehended in connection to the incident. They continue to solicit tips from anyone who might have seen the suspect or has knowledge pertinent to the investigation. Tips can be submitted anonymously, and the department stresses that even seemingly minute details can be crucial in apprehending the individual responsible for these attempted burglaries.
Community members are urged to observe the video meticulously and to make contact with the Central Detective Division should they possess information that could lead to identification of the suspect, the well-being of neighborhood businesses depending on the vigilance of those they serve and the justice that comes from community collaboration in times when the fabric of security is threatened by acts of brazen unlawfulness. Details regarding how to submit information can be found on the Philadelphia Police Department's website or through their hotline dedicated to this case.
