Burglar Wanted For Breaking Into Center City Bar
by Alex Lloyd Gross
Philadelphia Police are hoping someone knows who this male is, in the above photos. He was caught on camera breaking into the Tradesman Barbecue restaurant/bar located on the 1300 block of Chestnut Street. It was 7:40 AM on March 13, 2025.and the place was closed.
That did not stop the male in the photos, police said that he breached the building from the rear and got inside. Once inside, he is accused of using a hammer to break open a safe and took $25,000 in cash. He was last observed via security cameras at 11th and Dauphin Streets.
Police did not say if he was on foot, or took public transportation. He was carrying a bag which he presumably stuffed with stolen money.
Suspect Description: Black male wearing a black Essentials brand hoodie with jeans.
- f you see this suspect, do not approach, contact 911 immediately.
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If you have any information about this crime or this suspect, please contact:
Central Detective Division:
215-686-3093/3094
Det. Loggia
DC 25-09-030434