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Off-Duty Cop Shoots Uncle in Self-Defense Claim | Philadelphia News
A Philly cop, 25, faces homicide charges after shooting and killing his uncle off-duty—claiming self-defense when he thought his uncle was reaching for a weapon. The chaos erupted after a young boy felt threatened and called family; Cummings arrived, a scuffle broke out, and the boy allegedly struck the uncle before Cummings fired six shots to the head. He fled, triggering a chase, and was later found with a 9mm gun. Police say he’ll be removed from the force pending investigation. This tragic family feud now threatens his career—and raises big questions about self-defense, duty, and justice…
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