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Camden Police Release Sketch Of Suspect Wanted In Fatal Double-Shooting, Reward Offered

CAMDEN (CBS) – Camden Police are seeking the public's help identifying a suspect in a shooting earlier this month that left one man dead and seriously injured a 12-year-old boy. (See Previous Story)

The incident took place on February 17th at what police say was an unlicensed tattoo parlor inside a home on Sewell Street.

Authorities created a composite sketch of the suspect after receiving descriptions from witnesses.

The suspect is believed to be about 5 feet 7 inches tall and weigh between 160 and 170 pounds.

The 12-year-old boy who was shot is currently in stable condition recovering from his injuries.

On Tuesday, homicide detectives will be canvassing the neighborhood where the double-shooting took place.

Anyone with any information is urged to contact Camden County Prosecutor's Office Detective Terry King at (856) 225-8523 or Camden County Police Detective Michael Shomo at (856) 757-7420.

A $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction is available through the Citizens Crime Commission. To collect the reward anonymously, call (215) 546-TIPS.

 

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