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Philadelphia police are actively seeking Steven Velez-Cruz, a 20-year-old man who remains at large following a deadly shooting incident in North Philadelphia. Authorities have issued an arrest warrant for Velez-Cruz, who is charged with murder, conspiracy, attempted murder, aggravated assault, and other offenses related to the October 18 attack on North Lawrence Street. The suspect is considered armed and dangerous, and law enforcement urges the public to exercise extreme caution if he is spotted. The shooting resulted in the death of 34-year-old Louis Soto, who died after sustaining gunshot wounds to the chest and back. Four other individuals were injured in the incident and transported to local hospitals. Among the survivors are a 37-year-old man with an abdominal gunshot wound, a 31-year-old woman with injuries to her arm, wrist, and leg, a 21-year-old woman with graze wounds to her head and arm, and a 35-year-old man with a gunshot wound to his left arm. All four injured victims are reported to be in stable condition. The investigation into the shooting is ongoing as detectives work to locate Velez-Cruz. The Philadelphia Police Department’s Homicide Unit is leading the manhunt and is requesting assistance from the community. Individuals with information regarding the suspect's whereabouts are encouraged to contact the Homicide Unit at 215-686-3334 or call the PPD tip line at 215-686-TIPS (8477). Tipsters may remain anonymous. Additionally, a $20,000 reward is available for information that leads to an arrest and conviction in this homicide case. The public is reminded that Velez-Cruz is still at large and should not be approached. Instead, anyone with information or sightings should immediately contact law enforcement to ensure public safety and assist in bringing the suspect to justice.
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