Police seek fugitive wanted in string of overnight business burglaries in northeast philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA, PA — Authorities are searching for a suspect wanted in connection to a series of commercial burglaries across Northeast Philadelphia’s 2nd and 15th Districts, according to police.

The Philadelphia Police Department’s Northeast Detective Division reported that multiple overnight burglaries have occurred in recent weeks, mainly targeting auto repair shops and businesses dealing in industrial materials and equipment. Investigators believe the incidents are linked by location and method of entry.

Marcos Neto has been identified as a suspect in the case and is currently wanted for commercial burglary and related offenses. Surveillance footage from several break-ins reportedly shows the suspect covering his right hand, which police believe is an attempt to conceal distinctive tattoos and avoid identification.

Detectives said Neto may be staying near the intersection of Castor and Levick Streets in the 2nd District. He is believed to be traveling primarily on foot during the early morning hours.

“Neto has several distinctive tattoos on his right hand as well as his neck area,” investigators stated. “In several video depictions of commercial burglaries, the offender is seen deliberately concealing his right hand, likely to prevent further identification.”

Ongoing investigation and public assistance

The Philadelphia Police Department has not released the total number of burglary incidents but confirmed that the pattern involves forced entry and theft from commercial locations during overnight hours.

The ongoing investigation is being handled by the Northeast Detective Division. Police are asking anyone with information about Neto’s whereabouts to contact authorities.

Authorities emphasized that the suspect is not known to use a vehicle and may be operating within a limited geographic range. Surveillance images have been used to track patterns, though police have not disclosed the exact addresses of the affected businesses.

No injuries have been reported in connection with the burglaries. The department has not confirmed whether other individuals may be involved, but said the crimes involve “at least two offenders.”

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