Suspect charged with killing officer, wounding another in West Philly: news
11-10-2026
Suspect Charged in Fatal West Philadelphia Police Ambush: Officer Killed, Another Wounded
A 35-year-old suspect, identified by authorities as Eric Lewis, has been formally charged with murder and multiple counts of attempted murder following a deadly ambush in West Philadelphia that left one Philadelphia police officer dead and another critically wounded.
Details of the West Philadelphia Shooting
The violent encounter unfolded around 1:00 a.m. along the 100 block of North 52nd Street in West Philadelphia. Officers initially responded to emergency calls reporting an armed individual situated on a porch. Upon arrival, responding officers were immediately met with rapid, heavy gunfire.
CBS News+ 1Casualties and Injuries:
Philadelphia Police Officer Shane Seiber, a 10-year veteran of the force and father of two, was struck multiple times and succumbed to his injuries at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center.
CBS NewsA second officer, a 33-year-old father of five, suffered multiple gunshot wounds and remains hospitalized in critical condition.
CBS NewsNine additional responding officers came under direct fire during the exchange but were not struck.
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Charges Filed Against the Gunman
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner announced comprehensive charges against Lewis, including:
CBS NewsHomicide of a law enforcement officer
CBS NewsMurder and attempted murder
CBS NewsAttempted homicide of a law enforcement officer
CBS NewsAggravated assault
CBS NewsPossession of an instrument of crime
CBS NewsMultiple counts of recklessly endangering another person
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Following the standoff, SWAT officers apprehended the suspect at the scene. Investigators recovered three firearms, including two handguns and a shotgun. Lewis is being held without bail as the investigation continues.
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