On the night of Sunday, May 26, 2024, 34-year-old Devan Dell Harris was shot and killed during a burst of gunfire on Rorer Street near Bingham in the Feltonville neighborhood of Philadelphia. Police say multiple shooters opened fire and that there appeared to be an exchange of gunfire between two groups; officers who arrived shortly before 10:30 p.m. found Harris with multiple gunshot wounds to the head. He was taken to a nearby hospital and pronounced dead.

Harris worked as a SEPTA bus operator and belonged to SMART-TD Local 1594. Family and friends remember him as a devoted father to a young daughter, committed to fitness, and someone who inspired others to improve themselves. Those close to him believe he was an innocent bystander, not the intended target. More than 30 shell casings from handguns and rifles were recovered at the scene, and two other fatal shootings in the city occurred within about 45 minutes that night.

The investigation is ongoing; as of early June 2024 no arrests had been announced and authorities had not identified suspects. A $20,000 reward has been offered for information leading to an arrest and conviction. If anyone knew Devan or has information about the shooting, please come forward to assist investigators.