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Police search for 2nd suspect in West Philly block party shooting that killed 3 people

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Philadelphia police have identified a 2nd suspect in this weekend’s shooting of 9 people…

Amir Jones is wanted on homicide and aggravated assault charges for the early morning shooting on Sunday in West Philadelphia along Aldan Street.

In total 9 people were shot, 3 were killed including brothers Rashid and Akil Jones and Sakayi Robinson.

Police say Amir Jones is among the six injured.

Police have not disclosed exactly what 30-year-old Amir’s role was and if he is related to either of the brothers...but they did say Amir is from the area in West Philly.

He is considered armed and dangerous and anyone with information on where he is, is asked to call 215-686-TIPS, even if he remains anonymous.

Another man who was also injured in the shooting: Tahir Shoatz is in police custody, facing related homicide and aggravated assault charges.

📸: Justin Udo/KYW Newsradio

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