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A road rage dispute on the 2000 block of Mercy Street in South Philadelphia turned deadly when 42-year-old Darren Whitfield was shot and killed on a Monday morning just before 11 a.m. Whitfield, driving the correct way, and Escribano argued, both exited their vehicles, and Whitfield briefly chased Escribano on foot for about six seconds.

Video obtained by police reportedly captured portions of the confrontation. Prosecutors say Escribano, who had a valid permit to carry a concealed firearm, drew a weapon and fired multiple times, striking Whitfield; police allege Escribano continued firing after Whitfield had fallen. Whitfield was taken to Penn Presbyterian Hospital and pronounced dead. Escribano was taken into custody and charged with murder, possession of an instrument of crime, and recklessly endangering another person.

If anyone witnessed the incident on Mercy Street or has additional video or information, please share what is known.