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U.S. Marshals Search for Suspect Following Shootout With Off-Duty Philadelphia Police Officer
Just the facts
Federal marshals launched a manhunt for 19-year-old Khadfi Fleming after an off-duty Philadelphia police officer engaged in a shootout with individuals attempting to steal his Dodge Charger. The confrontation occurred early Monday morning in South Philadelphia when the officer confronted the suspects, leading to an exchange of gunfire before the individuals fled the scene. Fleming was previously wanted on robbery charges connected to the June 6, 2026 fatal shooting of 22-year-old Penn State student Billy Schmidt. Law enforcement agencies are offering a cash reward for information leading to Fleming's location as investigators collect ballistic evidence from the crime scene.
Why this is news
The U.S. Marshals Service offered a cash reward for information leading to the arrest of 19-year-old Khadfi Fleming following an August 10, 2026 shootout with an off-duty police officer in Philadelphia. Fleming was identified as a person of interest in the incident while already facing outstanding robbery charges.
Developments timeline
- Philadelphia police disclosed that 19-year-old suspect Khadfi Fleming is also a person of interest in the June 6 fatal shooting of 22-year-old Penn State University student Billy Schmidt.
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