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Vandals Slash Tires of 47 Vehicles in Southwest Philadelphia

Surveillance footage captured the two suspects slashing tires, police say.

Philadelphia police are asking for the public's help in identifying two suspects who vandalized dozens of cars in Southwest Philadelphia.

Police say 47 vehicles were found with their tires slashed Tuesday morning. The cars were parked along Media Street between 51st and 61st streets. 

The suspects were caught on surveillance video walking down the 5900 block of Media Street around 1 a.m. Tuesday.

Officials are asking anyone with information about the suspects to contact the Southwest Detective Division of the Philadelphia Police Department at 215-686-3183 or 215-686-3184.

Tips can also be submitted on the police department's website. Any tips provided to authorities will remain confidential.

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