Police are searching for a gunman caught on camera shooting a man as he tried to greet him.
Investigators say a 45-year-old man was walking on the 1600 block of South 16th Street on Monday at 2:35 p.m. As he walked toward Morris Street, police say he was approached by three suspects. Surveillance video captured the 45-year-old victim extending his hand to greet one of the suspects when the suspect pulled out a gun and shot him multiple times. The gunmen and the two other suspects then fled in an unknown direction.
Credit: Philadelphia Police
Police say the 45-year-old man survived the shooting. They have not yet revealed his condition however.
Investigators describe the gunman as a black male wearing a green jacket and red hat. The second suspect is described as a black male wearing a dark-colored jacket with a striped shirt underneath, gray pants and a green hat. The third suspect is described as a black male wearing a possibly gray jacket, blue jeans and a green baseball cap.
Police advise anyone who sees these suspects to not approach them but to call 911 immediately. You can also send a tip by dialing 215-686-TIPS.
