New video shows the moments a man went on a car vandalism spree in Center City. Investigators say the man smashed several windshields on Spruce Street and there were paint cans on the sidewalks near a car that was also covered in paint splatter. Police are searching for the man in the video.
Philadelphia police are searching for a man they said smashed the windshields of several vehicles in Center City on Tuesday.
According to police, around 2:30 p.m., the suspect was seen smashing windshields on the 900 and 1000 blocks of Spruce St.
Video released by the Philadelphia Police Department shows the man jumping on top of vehicles while carrying a backpack.
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Police describe the suspect as a man with a beard and mustache. He was last seen wearing a dark hat, a light-colored hooded sweatshirt, light-colored pants, black, red, and white sneakers.
If you see the suspect, police say do not approach him and contact 9-1-1 immediately. You can contact the Central Detective Division at 215-686-3093/3094 if you have information about this crime or the suspect.
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