Philadelphia Officer Killed in Elmwood Shooting | Philadelphia News

Philadelphia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 17, 2026 · 1m

A Philadelphia police officer, 29, died Sunday morning in a shooting on Elmwood Avenue — his second year with the force. A 35-year-old man was also critically injured. The officer was taken to Penn Presbyterian but didn’t survive; his family was by his side. City leaders and the Fraternal Order of Police have offered condolences and support as the investigation continues. Neighbors point to an after-hours lounge near the scene, but authorities haven’t confirmed it. No arrests have been made, and police are asking anyone with info to come forward. Elmwood Avenue was temporarily closed as…