Crime
Philadelphia Police Investigate Abduction and Sexual Assault of 12-Year-Old
PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia Police Department is actively investigating a disturbing incident involving the abduction and sexual assault of a 12-year-old girl that occurred on the evening of Friday, May 31.
Authorities are searching for the suspect as well as a stolen vehicle connected to the crime.
At approximately 9:30 p.m., officers responded to an abduction-in-progress call near Germantown and Erie Avenues.
According to initial reports, a white 2010 Ford Taurus had been left unattended with the engine running and the keys in the ignition.
A 12-year-old girl was asleep in the backseat of the vehicle when an unidentified individual entered the car and fled the scene with the child inside.
Less than 25 minutes later, at approximately 9:53 p.m., officers located a juvenile matching the description of the missing child near Broad Street and Roosevelt Boulevard.
It was determined that the victim had been sexually assaulted. She was immediately transported by police to a local hospital for medical evaluation and care.
Police are currently seeking an unidentified Black male, described as having a thin build and wearing dark clothing at the time of the incident.
The stolen white 2010 Ford Taurus remains missing as of the latest report.
The Special Victims Unit is leading the investigation, with assistance from additional law enforcement resources.
Authorities are working to identify and apprehend the suspect as quickly as possible.
Anyone with information regarding the suspect, the vehicle, or any part of this ongoing investigation is strongly encouraged to contact the Philadelphia Police Department’s Special Victims Unit at 215-685-3251. Tips can also be submitted anonymously by calling the PPD Tip Line at 215-686-TIPS (8477).
This remains an active and ongoing investigation, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
City of Hammond, Louisiana — At approximately 11:50 p.m. on February 24, 2026, officers with the Hammond Police Department responded to a report of shots fired involving one possible victim.
Upon arrival, officers located a 14-year-old juvenile female, identified as Tyronai Reed, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.
Emergency medical assistance was rendered at the scene, and she was transported to North Oaks Health System for treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Reed later succumbed to her injuries.
Detectives assigned to the department’s Criminal Investigations Division launched an immediate homicide investigation.
During the course of their investigation, authorities identified 18-year-old Demontez Treyvon “Trey” Robinson of Hammond as a suspect in the shooting.
While actively working the case, officers observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed and conducted a traffic stop.
Robinson was identified as the driver of the vehicle and was taken into custody without incident.
Robinson was transported to the Criminal Investigations Division for questioning. According to investigators, Robinson admitted that the firearm discharged while he was handling or “playing with” it, resulting in the single round striking the 14-year-old victim.
Robinson was subsequently booked into the Hammond City Jail on one count of Negligent Homicide.
Authorities emphasize that the investigation remains in its early stages and additional details may be released as they become available.
Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Corey Morse with the Hammond Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 985-277-5758 or via email at morse_cm@hammond.org. Tips may also be submitted through the department’s official Facebook page or anonymously through Crime Stoppers of Tangipahoa at 1-800-554-5245.
Individuals providing information may be eligible for a cash reward. Authorities urge members of the community to assist in the ongoing investigation.