Crime
3 people shot during dispute at Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl Parade
Philadelphia, PA – A celebration marking the Philadelphia Eagles’ Super Bowl LIX victory was marred by violence on Friday afternoon, as three individuals were shot in the Spring Garden neighborhood while thousands gathered throughout the city for the championship parade.
According to the Philadelphia Police Department, the shooting took place at approximately 23rd and Spring Garden Streets.
Authorities reported that two women were struck by gunfire during what has been described as a dispute at the parade.
One of the victims, a woman, arrived at a local hospital with a gunshot wound to her left leg and is currently listed in stable condition.
The second female victim, also suffering a gunshot wound to the leg, is receiving treatment at the hospital and is in stable condition as well.
A third victim has been identified, but has not yet arrived at the hospital due to heavy traffic congestion caused by the parade. Officials have not released further details on this individual’s condition.
At this time, authorities have not determined the circumstances leading up to the shooting. It remains unclear whether the violence was directly related to the parade celebrations or if it stemmed from a separate altercation.
The Philadelphia Police Department has launched an investigation and is actively working to identify potential suspects.
Police are actively searching for a suspect wearing a gray Eagles jersey.
Law enforcement officials have not announced any arrests or persons of interest as of yet.
Philadelphia’s streets have been flooded with Eagles fans celebrating the team’s Super Bowl LIX victory over the Kansas City Chiefs.
The shooting has raised concerns about public safety as large crowds continue to gather throughout the city.
Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward as they work to ensure the safety of those participating in the celebrations. Updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Crime
Victims Identified in Deadly Robeson County Mass Shooting
Two Dead, 13 Injured in Mass Shooting at Large Party in Robeson County, North Carolina
ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. — A late-night party in eastern North Carolina turned deadly early Saturday morning when gunfire erupted, leaving two people dead and 13 others injured, according to the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office.
Sheriff Burnis Wilkins confirmed that deputies were called to the scene on Dixon Drive, just outside the town of Maxton, at approximately 3:00 a.m. following reports of a shooting at a large outdoor gathering attended by more than 150 people.
When deputies arrived, chaos had already unfolded — witnesses said over 150 individuals fled the area before law enforcement could secure the scene.
Authorities identified the deceased victims as Jessie Locklear and his son Nehemiah Locklear.
Several other victims sustained critical injuries and were transported to area hospitals for emergency treatment.
Sheriff Wilkins stated that, based on preliminary findings, the shooting appears to have been an isolated incident, and there is no ongoing threat to the wider community.
The Robeson County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from multiple agencies, continues to investigate the circumstances that led to the violence.
Detectives are working to determine the motive and identify all parties involved.
Authorities are urging anyone with information—or anyone who attended the gathering and witnessed the incident—to contact the Robeson County Sheriff’s Investigators at 910-671-3100.
“We know there were many people present when this occurred,” Sheriff Wilkins said. “If you saw something or know something, we need you to come forward to help bring justice to the victims and their families.”