Woman sought in connection to deadly philadelphia attack

Woman sought in connection to deadly Philadelphia attack

PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Philadelphia Police Department’s Homicide Unit is searching for a 28-year-old woman wanted for questioning in connection to a fatal incident inside a residence on the 4400 block of Frankford Avenue.


Key Points

  • Gerelys Sanchez-Reyes, 28, is wanted for questioning in a homicide investigation
  • The victim was found dead in a residence on Frankford Avenue
  • A $20,000 reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest and conviction

Homicide unit requests public assistance

Gerelys Sanchez-Reyes has been identified as a person of interest in the ongoing homicide investigation. Authorities released a photograph of the woman and are appealing to the public for any information regarding her current whereabouts.

Sanchez-Reyes is described as approximately 5 feet 5 inches tall, weighing 150 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. Police have not released details about the victim or the nature of the homicide, but confirmed the incident occurred inside a private home.

Reward offered in investigation

Investigators are offering a $20,000 reward for any tips that lead to an arrest and conviction in connection with the homicide. The reward is part of the city’s ongoing efforts to encourage community cooperation in violent crime cases.

“Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Gerelys Sanchez-Reyes is urged to contact the Homicide Unit,” officials said. Tipsters may call 215-686-3334/3335 or submit anonymous information to 215-686-TIPS (8477).

Suspect remains at large

As of Saturday, no arrests have been made, and Sanchez-Reyes remains at large. Police have not indicated whether she is believed to be armed or dangerous but continue to treat the case as an active and open investigation.

Authorities are urging anyone with credible information to come forward, emphasizing that all tips will be kept confidential.

Police are searching for a 28-year-old woman wanted for questioning after a homicide rocked a Frankford Avenue neighborhood.

Phil Stilton

Phil Stilton

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