PHILADELPHIA — A 26-year-old man was shot and killed in North Philadelphia on the afternoon of July 6, prompting a murder investigation that has led to one arrest and a citywide search for the suspected shooter.
Police responded to a call at approximately 2:23 p.m. on the 2400 block of Reese Street, where they found Donald Jeffers, of the 3000 block of Reese Street, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to the torso. Medics transported him to Temple University Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 3:01 p.m.
Following the incident, Homicide detectives identified 43-year-old Arron J. Taylor, of East Sedgley Street, as the suspected getaway driver. Taylor was seen operating the vehicle that dropped off the shooter before the murder and picked him up afterward. He was arrested and charged with conspiracy to commit murder and criminal conspiracy.
Authorities are now seeking the public’s help in identifying the man suspected of directly carrying out the shooting. He is described as a Black male, approximately 5’6″ to 5’8″ tall, with a thin build and believed to be between 20 and 30 years old.
At the time of the shooting, the suspect was wearing a purple Jubba — a type of Muslim robe with three to four buttons — along with a black ski mask and a distinctive black Pittsburgh Pirates baseball cap. The cap features an outline of Pennsylvania with a large yellow “P” and the word “Pirates” across the state symbol.
Police say the suspect should be considered armed and dangerous.
Anyone with information on the suspect’s identity or location is asked to contact the Homicide Unit at 215-686-3334 or submit an anonymous tip by calling 215-686-TIPS. A $20,000 reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest and conviction.
