Crime & Safety

3 Sought In Gunpoint Robbery Near Temple University

Philadelphia Police said the three men seen here robbed people at about 2 a.m. July 21 near Temple University's campus.

PHILADELPHIA — Three men are being sought after Philadelphia Police said they robbed people at gunpoint near Temple University's campus.

The robbery occurred at about 2 a.m. July 21 on the 1600 block of Norris Street.

Police said the victims were walking in that area when the suspects pulled guns on them, took their belonging, then ran off.

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All three suspects were black men with braided hair and thin builds who were wearing all dark clothing.

If you see these suspects, do not approach them and instead contact 911 immediately.

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Submit a tip by calling or texting 215-686-8477. Use this electronic form to submit a tip anonymously.

All tips will be confidential.

Anyone with information about this crime or these suspects is asked to contact Det. Lyons or Det. Winward with the Central Detective Division at 215-686-3047 or 215-686-3048.

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