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CBS News
24-05-2025
- CBS News
2 men arrested, third suspect wanted in connection with fatal shooting of Philadelphia rapper LGP QUA
Two men have been arrested and another man remains at large in connection with the fatal shooting of Philadelphia rapper LGP QUA, Philadelphia Police said. Joshua Thomas-Coleman, 19, of Mayfair and Abdul Boyd, 19, of Franford, were both taken into custody and charged with murder after an intensive investigation, police said in the release. Earlier this week, police released surveillance video of two wanted suspects. Police identified the third suspect as Amir Earley, 21, also known as "Earley" of Frankford. They said he is wanted for his involvement in the deadly shooting and is considered armed and dangerous. Amir Earley. Philadelphia Police Department. There is still an active investigation of the shooting death of 30-year-old Qidere Johnson, known as LGP QUA. Police said the shooting happened on May 11, Mother's Day, near the intersection of M Street and East Luzerne Street in Juniata Park. CBS News Philadelphia talked with Johnson in 2019 about his music and growing popularity on a national stage. Johnson, who spent time in prison in his early 20s, had this message to the city's young people: "Be you. Be different. Stand out. Don't be like a crowd." Johnson's songs landed him a collaboration with and he was given citations by the Philadelphia City Council after he donated nearly 1,000 pairs of shoes to Philadelphia school students through a partnership with Puma and Foot Locker. PPD urges anyone with information in relation to the shooting to contact the department's tip line at 215-686-TIPS (8477). They said a $20,000 reward is being offered for information that leads to the arrest and conviction.
CBS News
19-05-2025
- CBS News
Video shows 2 suspects wanted in murder of Philadelphia rapper LGP QUA
Police released surveillance video Monday of two suspects wanted in the murder of Philadelphia rapper LGP QUA last week in Juniata Park. The shooting happened on Sunday, May 11, near M and East Luzerne streets at around 4:40 p.m. Police said last week 30-year-old Qidere Johnson, who went by the stage name LGP QUA, was shot and pronounced dead about 20 minutes later at the hospital. Police are looking for two suspects who were dressed in all black at the time of the shooting. They were both armed with weapons, according to the surveillance video. After the shooting, police said the two suspects fled in a black Nissan Altima that a third male drove. Police said they recovered the vehicle, but they didn't provide any other details about where the car was located. Police are looking for two suspects in the murder of Philly rapper LGP QUA. Philadelphia Police Department CBS News Philadelphia spoke with Johnson in 2019 about his music and growing popularity on a national stage. Johnson, who spent time in prison in his early 20s, had this message to the city's young people: "Be you. Be different. Stand out. Don't be like a crowd." Johnson's songs landed him a collaboration with and he was given citations by the Philadelphia City Council after he donated nearly 1,000 pairs of shoes to Philadelphia school students through a partnership with Puma and Foot Locker. Ameer Barber, a community youth activist, told CBS Philadelphia that there will "never be another one" like Johnson. "His legacy is going to live on," Barber said. "I'm going to make sure it lives on through what I do. I'm gonna try to implement as many, especially of his lyrics, I'm gonna try to teach the younger guys what his lyrics meant. How he was able to express himself through those lyrics and really tell you about Philadelphia but from a different avenue, and not about killing people but about how can we stop that." Police are offering a $20,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction in connection with Johnson's death. Anyone with information on the shooting should contact police at 215-686-TIPS (8477).
Daily Mail
12-05-2025
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Popular Philadelphia rapper LGP Qua shot and killed aged 30
LGP Qua, a famed Philadelphia rapper, was tragically shot dead at the age of 30. The artist, born Qidere Johnson, was fatally shot on Sunday in the Juniata Park neighborhood just before 4.40pm, police said. Authorities responded to reports of gunfire and soon found out Johnson was transported to Temple University Hospital where he was pronounced dead at 4.56pm. The motive behind the shooting remains unknown and no arrests have been made. Police are offering $20,000 for any information leading to an arrest in connection with the fatal shooting. This is a breaking news story. Updates to follow.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Yahoo
Man, 30 killed after shooting in Juniata Park: police
The Brief A 30-year-old man was fatally shot in Philadelphia's Juniata Park neighborhood Sunday, police say. Philly police are offering a $20,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible. PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in Juniata Park Sunday. What we know Late Sunday afternoon, Philly police responded to the intersection of M Street and East Luzerne Street for a report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers learned that a 30-year-old man had been taken to Temple University Hospital by private vehicle. The victim was pronounced dead at 4:56 p.m. What we don't know The identity of the victim has not been released at this time. What's next Homicide detectives are investigating the incident. What you can do Anyone with information regarding this shooting is urged to contact the Philadelphia Police Department tip line at 215-686-TIPS (8477). A reward of $20,000 is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for this crime. The Source The information in this story is from Philadelphia police.
CBS News
12-05-2025
- CBS News
Man killed in Juniata Park shooting, Philadelphia police say
A man died Sunday afternoon after he was shot in Juniata Park, Philadelphia police said. Police are investigating the shooting that happened at M and East Luzerne streets just before 4:40 p.m. Sunday. The 30-year-old victim was taken to Temple University Hospital in a private car and pronounced dead just before 5 p.m., according to police. Officials are offering a $20,000 reward for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the person responsible for the homicide. Anyone with information can call 215-686-TIPS (8477).
