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Teen suspect wanted after 16-year-old shot, killed in Upper Darby

Teen suspect wanted after 16-year-old shot, killed in Upper Darby
Upper Darby Police Department

PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — A 16-year-old boy was shot and killed in Upper Darby Sunday afternoon. Police believe the shooter is also a teenager.

It happened around 3 p.m. near Long Lane and Pine Street.


Investigators said the two boys got into some sort of argument, and the gunman shot the 16-year-old in the lower back.

Upper Darby police shared surveillance photos and videos of the suspect. The boy is seen wearing a light gray hoodie, black sweatpants and a black crossbody bag.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Upper Darby police at 610-734-7693.

The victim was a student at Upper Darby High School. The district is providing resources and support to the victim's family as well as students and staff.

The 16-year-old is the second Upper Darby High School student shot and killed in recent months. In March, 15-year-old Zahkir Whitfield was shot and killed on a SEPTA bus in West Philadelphia.