The District Attorney's Office says carjackings are 'deeply concerning threats to the safety and security of Philadelphia residents.'
New data from the Philadelphia Police Department obtained by FOX 29 show there have been more than 750 carjackings so far this year in the city. The detailed report showed more than 500 involved a gun and over 500 happened when the victim's vehicle was parked.The Philadelphia District Attorney's Office is set to announce the launching of a new unit focused on carjackings.
According to the office, District Attorney Larry Krasner is set to make the announcement about the new unit on Thursday afternoon. Authorities say other city leaders will be present at the press conference to detail the importance of funding for the new unit. The reason for the unit will be to focus on prosecuting individuals accused of being involved in carjackings, which the DA's office calls "deeply concerning threats to the safety and security of Philadelphia residents."
Philadelphia has seen a significant number of carjackings in 2022. In just the first seven months of the year, there were more than 750 carjackings in the city,
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