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Ambush Killer in Philly Faces New Charges | Philadelphia News
A chilling ambush in North Philadelphia has led to federal charges against 21-year-old Richard Prigden, accused of gunning down 27-year-old George Smith in April 2023 after jumping from a stolen car. Prigden, allegedly part of the Backblock gang and already serving time for carjacking, now faces multiple murder, attempted murder, and conspiracy charges—including two additional homicides. The brutal, unexpected attack on a man simply standing on a sidewalk underscores the escalating violence in the community and the mounting legal reckoning for Prigden as investigators dig deeper into his…
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