2 Wanted In Deadly West Philadelphia Shooting, Reward Offered

PHILADELPHIA — Two men are wanted in connection with a deadly West Philadelphia shooting that took the life of a 31-year-old man back in mid August. A $20,000 reward is available for information leading to their arrests and convictions.

The shooting occurred at about 3:36 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 16 on the 5000 block of Merion Avenue in West Philadelphia.

Police said the shooting occurred outside an establishment that may be an after hours gathering spot where many people of African descent hang out.

One suspect is described as a Black man with facial hair who was wearing a green and white patterned shirt, jeans, and a bag carried across his chest.

The other suspect is described as a Black man with a chin strap style beard who was wearing a blue and white flower patterned shirt, white or light colored jeans with rips on the front legs, black bucket hat, and black shoes.

If you see these suspects, do not approach them 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 these suspects contact Det. Farley with the Homicide Unit at 215-686-3334 or 215-686-3335.