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Police Searching For Gunman Who Fatally Shot 19-Year-Old In Front Of Frankford Takeout Restaurant

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PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Philadelphia police are looking for a gunman who shot and killed a teenager in the Frankford section of the city. A $20,000 reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest and conviction.

The shooting happened Tuesday, shortly before 6 p.m., in front of a takeout restaurant on the 4200 block of Frankford Avenue.

Police say the suspect exited a dark-colored Dodge Journey, pulled a handgun from his waistband, and shot a 19-year-old man several times.

Frankford shooting suspect
(credit: Philadelphia Police Department)

Police say the suspect then ran west on Church Street and south on Griscom Street with the Dodge Journey following him.

The victim was taken to a nearby hospital where he died.

The vehicle is described as a newer model Dodge Journey, dark-colored, with tinted windows.

The suspect is described as a black male with a stocky build, wearing a green-hooded jacket with a light-colored design on the front, black jeans, black and brown sneakers, and a canvas belt.

Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to contact the Homicide Division at 215-686-3334.

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