According to the US “Newsweek” website, on the afternoon of the 26th, in western Philadelphia, the police shot and killed a black man who was allegedly armed with a knife. This incident triggered violent protests that lasted for many days. On the third night of the protest, Philadelphia police found a truck containing explosives.
According to the local media WPVI TV station, Philadelphia police found propane tanks, torches and suspected explosive sticks on a truck located in the Logan Circle block in the city center.
Philadelphia police found a truck containing explosives
According to reports, the bomb disposal team has launched an investigation. It is unclear whether anyone has been arrested.
According to previous reports by the US media, on the afternoon of the 26th, the local police received a report that someone was brandishing knives in the street in a predominantly black neighborhood in western Philadelphia. Two police officers went to the scene and shot and killed a 27-year-old black man during a confrontation. Witnesses later uploaded the video to the Internet. The father of the deceased told the local media that his son had mental problems and was taking medication. He estimated that the police had fired 10 shots at his son.
Philadelphia police found a truck containing explosives
Hours after the black man’s death, the Philadelphia protests escalated into riots and robberies and continued until Tuesday night. Philadelphia Mayor Kenny said: “I know our city is still being hurt. After Walter Wallace Jr. was shot, many Phillies were rightfully angry. I thank those who joined us in our search for justice. People who call for peace together. We promise to conduct a thorough investigation.” When the curfew was announced, Kenny also said that it was clear that many people “are taking advantage of this situation” to rob stores, which is distressing.
Philadelphia police found a truck containing explosives
The Governor of Pennsylvania Tom Wolf summoned the National Guard. The curfew was announced at 9pm on Wednesday night and will last until 6am on Thursday. According to the Philadelphia Inquirer, there were no reports of serious riots after the curfew took effect.
