3 officers wounded, suspect dead in Philadelphia shooting

June 14 (UPI) -- Three officers were injured and the suspect was killed in a shooting in Philadelphia late Saturday night.

Officers were called to reports of shots fired at a vehicle in West Philadelphia at about 10:30 p.m. EDT. The officers "engaged" with a 57-year-old Eric Franks, who they told to stand down before Franks allegedly drew a firearm and fired at them.

Gunfire was exchanged after Franks allegedly shoved an officer and two officers attempted to detain him. It was at that point that he allegedly drew a firearm.

Franks was killed at the scene, Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel said during a press conference. Four officers discharged their weapons.

"For a period of time, police personnel are trying to explain the situation to Franks in regard to establishing a crime scene, and at that point, Franks becomes increasingly agitated," the Philadelphia Police Department said in a press release on Sunday.

The injured officers were taken to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center. One officer suffered a gunshot wound in the face while the others were shot in the hip and leg. All are in stable condition.

When officers arrived on the scene they discovered a black Cadillac that had been hit by gunfire. While officers were canvassing for evidence, Franks allegedly approached them.

An attorney for Franks' family said he was a former Philadelphia firefighter and Marine veteran. He was also married, had two children and owned several businesses.

Police are investigating the incident.

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This story was originally published June 14, 2026 at 7:58 PM.