Video shows woman being shot at, chased down in Olney

Philadelphia, PALocal News

Detectives seek public assistance to identify a gunman who fired 10 shots at a woman during rush hour in Olney. The incident occurred just before 7 a. m. on September 15, with the victim, a local resident in her 30s or 40s, unharmed. Police Captain John Craig labeled the lack of injuries a “miracle.

” Surveillance footage shows the suspect exiting a black Nissan Juke and pursuing the woman down N. Lawrence Street while firing shots. The gunman is described as approximately 5 feet 7 inches tall, of medium to stocky build, and was wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt and white gloves. Authorities have not yet determined a motive or whether the woman knew her attacker. The police emphasize the importance of community assistance in solving this case.

Counseling and support services are available for those affected by gun violence.

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