General NewsShootingsU.S. News 40-Year-Old Accused Faces Murder Charges After Mass Shooting in Philadelphia Kills Five by Michael Nguyen July 5, 2023 written by Michael Nguyen July 5, 2023 10 comments Bookmark 56 Kimbrady Carriker, a 40-year-old man, is facing murder charges following a mass shooting in southwest Philadelphia. He allegedly started by killing a man inside a house, then shot four more people on the streets before surrendering to law enforcement. He was arraigned on Wednesday, facing five counts of murder, attempted murder, aggravated assault, and unlicensed possession of weapons, as well as public firearms carrying, according to prosecutors. In the tragic incident, which took place on Monday night, a toddler and a 13-year-old were injured by gunfire. Additionally, another toddler and a woman were wounded by flying glass. This surge of violence in the working-class neighborhood of Kingsessing marked the most severe incident nationwide during the July Fourth holiday. Responding officers arrived at the scene and immediately attended to gunshot victims when they heard more gunfire. Some officers prioritized transporting victims to hospitals, while others chased after the shooter. Witness statements and video footage suggested that the suspect was moving between various locations, wearing a ski mask and body armor, and armed with an AR-15-style rifle, according to Staff Inspector Ernest Ransom, the homicide unit commander. The suspect seemingly opened fire indiscriminately at both pedestrians and vehicles, which included a mother driving her twin toddlers. One toddler suffered leg injuries, while the other was hit in the eyes by shattered glass. Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw described the suspect as an “armed and armored individual” shooting “seemingly at random.” Once cornered in an alley, the suspect surrendered and was found in possession of not only a rifle but also a pistol, extra magazines, a police scanner, and a bulletproof vest. On Tuesday afternoon, Philadelphia police identified the victims as Lashyd Merritt, 20, Dymir Stanton, 29, Ralph Moralis, 59, Daujan Brown, 15, and Joseph Wamah Jr., 31. Wamah, who was found at a home with multiple bullet wounds, was believed to be the first victim, according to Inspector Ransom. Those injured in the shooting included a 2-year-old boy hit four times in the legs, a 13-year-old boy shot twice in the legs, another 2-year-old boy, and a 33-year-old woman, all of whom were hurt by shattered glass. They are currently in stable condition. The Defender Association of Philadelphia is expected to represent Carriker, but the office has yet to comment on the charges. Table of Contents Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Philadelphia Mass ShootingWho is the main suspect in the Philadelphia mass shooting?How many people were killed in the shooting?What is the condition of the victims who survived the shooting?What kind of weapon did the suspect use in the shooting?Who will represent the accused in court?More about Philadelphia Mass Shooting Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Philadelphia Mass Shooting Who is the main suspect in the Philadelphia mass shooting? Kimbrady Carriker, a 40-year-old man, is the main suspect in the Philadelphia mass shooting. He has been arraigned on multiple charges including murder, attempted murder, aggravated assault, and weapons charges. How many people were killed in the shooting? Five people were killed in the mass shooting, which took place in southwest Philadelphia. What is the condition of the victims who survived the shooting? A 2-year-old boy and a 13-year-old youth were wounded by gunfire, while another 2-year-old boy and a 33-year-old woman were injured by shattered glass. All of them are reported to be in stable condition. What kind of weapon did the suspect use in the shooting? The suspect allegedly used an AR-15-style rifle in the shooting. When he surrendered, he was also found to have a pistol, extra magazines, a police scanner, and a bulletproof vest. Who will represent the accused in court? The Defender Association of Philadelphia is expected to represent Kimbrady Carriker in court. 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Reply FranklynD July 6, 2023 - 1:46 am it’s unreal how often these things happen now. just doesn’t make any sense. we need stricter gun control, period. Reply Tech_Guru July 6, 2023 - 6:38 am the guy had an AR-15, a pistol, extra mags, and even a police scanner?? how did he get all of that stuff. laws need to change! Reply PhillyJoe July 6, 2023 - 7:17 am This happened in my city, never thought I’d see the day. we got to do better. stay safe everyone! Reply Jamie23 July 6, 2023 - 12:25 pm This is just heart breaking, cant imagine what the families are going through. Thoughts and prayers are with them… Reply GloriaMomsWorld July 6, 2023 - 1:39 pm Oh no! Those poor children! can’t even imagine the horror. It’s just too much. Reply PhillyJoe July 6, 2023 - 1:49 pm This happened in my city, never thought I’d see the day. we got to do better. stay safe everyone! Reply Tech_Guru July 7, 2023 - 2:09 am the guy had an AR-15, a pistol, extra mags, and even a police scanner?? how did he get all of that stuff. laws need to change! Reply Jamie23 July 7, 2023 - 6:01 am This is just heart breaking, cant imagine what the families are going through. Thoughts and prayers are with them… Reply FranklynD July 7, 2023 - 12:22 pm it’s unreal how often these things happen now. just doesn’t make any sense. we need stricter gun control, period. Reply Leave a Comment Cancel Reply Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ