๐จ NEW DETAILS EMERGE IN SHOOTING THAT LEFT 3 PHILADELPHIA OFFICERS WOUNDED ๐จ
New information is emerging about the man accused of shooting three Philadelphia police officers during a confrontation in Wynnefield over the weekend.
Authorities have identified the suspect as Eric Franks, 57, who was killed during an exchange of gunfire with police Saturday night.
According to family members and friends, Franks was a retired Philadelphia firefighter, a Marine Corps veteran, and the owner of two businesses in the neighborhood where the shooting occurred.
The incident began shortly after 10:30 p.m. near 54th and Arlington Streets, where officers were investigating reports of a vehicle that had been struck by gunfire.
Police say Franks approached the crime scene and became involved in a confrontation with officers.
According to investigators, officers attempted to explain the active investigation and establish a perimeter, but Franks became increasingly agitated.
Authorities allege Franks shoved a police sergeant before officers attempted to take him into custody.
Police say Franks then produced a firearm and opened fire, striking three officers.
๐ One officer shot in the face
๐ One officer shot in the hip
๐ One officer shot in the leg
All three officers survived and are expected to recover.
Police say officers returned fire, striking Franks multiple times. He was pronounced dead at a local hospital.
Investigators recovered a 9mm handgun from the scene that police say Franks was legally licensed to carry.
Friends and family members have expressed shock over the incident and say they are searching for answers about what led to the deadly confrontation.
Authorities have stated that preliminary evidence indicates Franks was not connected to the original shooting investigation that officers were handling.
The shooting remains under investigation by the Philadelphia Police Department and the District Attorneyโs Office.
๐ Wynnefield, Philadelphia
โ ๏ธ Investigation Ongoing
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