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Surveillance footage captures the struggle leading up to a police shooting in Fairhill, resulting in the death of a man and the injury of an officer.
A witness to the shooting in Fairhill, Philadelphia, claims that officers stopped and searched them without provocation before a chaotic scuffle ensued, resulting in 28-year-old Alexander Spencer being shot in the back and a police officer being injured. The witness's account contradicts the police's initial statement that Spencer fired first. The incident has raised questions about the use of stop-and-frisk and has sparked calls for a detailed investigation and the release of surveillance footage. The shooting has also highlighted the strained relationship between the community and the police, with friends of Spencer alleging frequent harassment and a lack of trust in law enforcement.
A video posted on Instagram raised questions about the fatal police shooting of Alexander Spencer in Fairhill, showing officers with their guns drawn and the chaotic struggle that ensued. Police claim Spencer fired first, injuring an officer, but the video has sparked widespread scrutiny. Critics are questioning whether the officers were engaging in stop-and-frisk, and the newly inaugurated Mayor has promised a full investigation. The video has garnered about 25,000 views and sparked concerns about the officers' conduct and the events leading up to the fatal shots.
A police officer was shot in North Philadelphia during a confrontation inside a neighborhood store, with the suspected shooter being killed by the officer’s partner. The injured officer is in stable condition with two gunshot wounds, while the suspect was pronounced dead. Another man who picked up the suspect’s dropped gun fled the scene, and police are searching for him. The incident occurred as the officers were investigating a man possibly armed with a gun, and the city's mayor emphasized the importance of supporting law enforcement.