"Manhunt for Suspect in Philadelphia Police Shooting and Gun Theft"

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"Manhunt for Suspect in Philadelphia Police Shooting and Gun Theft"
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The Philadelphia Police Department has identified Jose Quinones-Mendez as the man suspected of taking the handgun used to shoot a police officer and fleeing the scene. The officer was injured in a scuffle with a gunman, identified as Alexander Spencer, who was later shot and killed by the officer's partner. Quinones-Mendez is sought for his suspected involvement in the incident and has been charged with weapons violations, obstruction of justice, and tampering with evidence. Law enforcement officials are actively seeking the public's support in locating him and have warned that he should be considered armed and dangerous.

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