An “extremely dangerous” suspect is at large after three people were killed in apparently targeted shootings in a Philadelphia suburb on Saturday, police said.
Police in Falls Township, Pennsylvania, issued a shelter-in-place warning amid the search for the suspect, who they said is believed to be armed with an assault rifle.
The suspect — identified as 26-year-old Andre Gordon — was last seen driving a 2016 dark gray Honda CRV that he allegedly stole at gunpoint following the shootings, Falls Township police said.
The Falls Township Police Department released this photo of Andre Gordon.
Falls Township Police Department
The shootings occurred at two locations in Levittown, a community within Falls Township, police said.
Falls Township officers were dispatched to a residence on Viewpoint Lane at approximately 8:52 a.m. local time, where two people had been fatally shot, police said. A third person was shot and killed at a location on Edgewood Lane at approximately 9:01 a.m., police said.
It is believed that Gordon knew all three victims, police said.
A police car is parked on Viewpoint Lane at the scene of a shooting in Falls Township, PA, on March 16, 2024.
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Gordon allegedly committed the carjacking at approximately 9:13 a.m. in the parking lot of a Dollar General in Morrisville, police said. The operator of the vehicle was unharmed.
The Honda CRV has Pennsylvania registration KFR 153 and a “Namaste” sticker in white lettering on the right side of the rear bumper, police said while releasing photos of the vehicle.
Police said Andre Gordon was last seen driving a 2016 dark gray Honda CRV with Pennsylvania registration KFR 1534, seen in a photo released by the Falls Township Police Department.
Falls Township Police Department
Police said Andre Gordon was last seen driving a 2016 dark gray Honda CRV with Pennsylvania registration KFR 1534, seen in a photo released by the Falls Township Police Department.
Falls Township Police Department
Police described Gordon as approximately 6’1″ with a thin build and last seen wearing a dark hooded sweatshirt. Police believe he may be in possession of an assault rifle used in the shootings and additional weapons.
The suspect is believed to be unhoused and has ties to the Trenton, New Jersey, area, police said.
Police in Middletown Township, about 60 miles northeast of Falls Township, have advised residents there to shelter in place following the shootings amid the search for the suspect.
The Bucks County St. Patrick’s Day parade scheduled for Saturday morning has been canceled due to police activity, according to Pennsylvania State Sen. Steve Santarsiero.
Anyone with information regarding Gordon is asked to contact 911 or 215-328-8501.
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Police in a Philadelphia suburb are on high alert as they search for a suspect responsible for three targeted shootings that have resulted in fatalities. The shootings, which occurred in quick succession over the past week, have left residents in the area fearful and on edge.
The first shooting took place last Tuesday evening when a 45-year-old man was gunned down outside of his home in what authorities believe was a targeted attack. Just two days later, a 30-year-old woman was shot and killed while walking her dog in a nearby park. The most recent shooting occurred yesterday afternoon when a 60-year-old man was shot and killed outside of a local grocery store.
Authorities have not released much information about the suspect, but they believe that the shootings are connected and that the same individual is responsible for all three incidents. Police have been working around the clock to gather evidence and track down the suspect before they strike again.
Residents in the area are understandably shaken by the recent violence and are urging anyone with information to come forward and help police apprehend the suspect. Many are taking extra precautions to ensure their safety, such as avoiding going out alone at night and staying vigilant of their surroundings.
In response to the shootings, local law enforcement has increased patrols in the area and is working closely with neighboring police departments to coordinate efforts in finding the suspect. They are also asking residents to report any suspicious activity or individuals to help aid in the investigation.
As the search for the suspect continues, authorities are reminding residents to remain vigilant and report any information that may lead to the apprehension of the individual responsible for these senseless acts of violence. The safety and well-being of the community are of utmost importance, and law enforcement is dedicated to bringing the perpetrator to justice.
