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South Philly Student Killed in Cellphone Theft | Philadelphia News
A Penn State student, 22-year-old Billy Schmidt, was fatally shot in South Philly after allegedly trying to retrieve his stolen phone — a senseless act that’s left his family shattered. Two 16-year-old suspects have now surrendered: one fired the fatal shot, the other was arrested in Colorado. Complicating the case, the stepfather of one suspect, 35-year-old Dante Abdul Malik, has been arrested for allegedly obstructing justice and tampering with evidence. This tragedy underscores the devastating toll of youth violence on communities and families. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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