Police seek person of interest for questioning about shooting death of Philadelphia journalist and activist Josh Kruger

Josh Kruger
Josh Kruger Photo credit Josh Kruger/Instagram

PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — Police have identified and want to talk to a person of interest in the murder of Philadelphia journalist and activist Josh Kruger.

Authorities have not made the identity of the person of interest publicly known.

According to police, Kruger was shot seven times inside his home in the Point Breeze neighborhood early Monday morning. He was taken to a hospital, where he died a short time later.

Police are encouraging anyone who knew Kruger and who might have any information about what happened on Monday to come forward. Tips can be submitted anonymously via text or phone at 215-686-TIPS or through an online form.

Featured Image Photo Credit: Josh Kruger/Instagram