David Padro Jr., 22, of Camden, New Jersey, was fatally shot on July 22, 2021, outside Pat’s King of Steaks in South Philadelphia after an argument over a parking space escalated into a physical altercation. Witnesses said the confrontation involved 36-year-old Paul Burkert of Reading, Pennsylvania, who allegedly pulled a handgun and shot Padro Jr. in the back.

Burkert fled the scene, was later identified and arrested, and turned himself in; he was charged with murder. Burkert ultimately pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter and received 3 1/2 to 10 years in prison. Burkert’s girlfriend, Jamie Frick, was charged with murder as well for her alleged participation in the altercation and tampering with evidence; she later pleaded guilty to assault and was given probation.

Padro Jr.’s family held a vigil and called for increased security at Pat’s King of Steaks, saying the sentences did not fully reflect the loss they suffered. Does anyone have additional eyewitness details or information about the altercation that led to this shooting?