Emanuel Pedraza was 40 when he was shot on East Tioga Street in Philadelphia on December 23, 2021. Philadelphia Police responded at about 9:37 p.m. and found him with a gunshot wound; he was taken to Temple University Hospital and died that night.

No arrests or suspects have been publicly named and detectives are seeking information that could identify the shooter and clarify the circumstances of the shooting. The Philadelphia Police Department has asked anyone with relevant tips to call 215-686-TIPS.

Emanuel’s death has deeply affected his family and the local community. If anyone saw activity on East Tioga Street that evening or has information about this shooting, please contact the police.