Afternoon traffic on Frankford Avenue turned into a crime scene Tuesday when a man was gunned down outside an AutoZone in Northeast Philadelphia, police said. By the time neighbors made it home, the block was wrapped in yellow tape as homicide detectives worked the sidewalk.
What Police Say
According to Philadelphia police, the shooting happened around 3:51 p.m. on the 9000 block of Frankford Avenue. The victim was rushed to the hospital and pronounced dead at 4:22 p.m. NBC10 crews at the scene reported crime-scene tape outside the AutoZone and investigators canvassing the area. No arrests have been made, and detectives say the investigation remains active, according to NBC10 Philadelphia.
How To Help Police
Police are asking anyone with information to call the department's tip line at 215-686-TIPS (8477) or to submit an anonymous tip through its online form. The Philadelphia Police Department's tip page allows people to upload photos and videos and offers guidance on staying anonymous, according to the Philadelphia Police Department.
Frankford Avenue's Recent History
Residents and shop owners along Frankford Avenue have seen this before. The corridor has been the backdrop for multiple shootings this year, fueling frustration in the neighborhood. In April, a late-night confrontation near a bar on the 3900 block spilled into the street and turned deadly, a case that drew coverage from Hoodline and local TV outlets. That earlier killing on Frankford was detailed by FOX 29 Philadelphia.
What’s Next
Homicide detectives remained on the 9000 block of Frankford Avenue into Tuesday evening, gathering evidence and interviewing potential witnesses as they work to piece together what led to the latest shooting. Officials have not yet released the victim's identity and say they will provide updates as the investigation moves forward, according to NBC10 Philadelphia.
