Man Sought In Germantown Shooting: Philadelphia Police

PHILADELPHIA — Police are asking for the public's help identifying a man accused of opening fire in Germantown Wednesday afternoon.

According to police, the shooting occurred at about 3:20 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 30 on the 700 block of East Locust Avenue.

Two men were fighting in the area at that time and both fell to the ground, police said.

During the altercation, one of the men pulled out a handgun, stood up, then started shooting at the man he was fighting with, police said.

Police said it's unclear if anyone was shot after checking area hospitals for shooting victims.

Investigators believe shots were also fired back at the original shooter.

Authorities said the weapons used were .380 and .40 caliber.

The suspect is described as a black man with a large build in the mid to late 20s with a medium complexion. He was wearing a red velour-looking track suit and white sneakers, police said.

If you see this suspect, do not approach him and instead contact 911 immediately.

To submit a tip via telephone, dial (215) 686-8477 or text a tip to 773847.

Use this electronic form to submit a tip anonymously. All tips will be confidential.

If you have any information about this crime or this suspect contact the Northwest Detective Division at (215) 686-3353 or (215) 686-3354.