Walter Perez
Walter Perez joined 6abc as an anchor and general assignment reporter for Action News in September of 2003. He currently anchors Action News' weekend evening shows. Walter came to WPVI-TV from WNBC in New York, where he was a reporter and weekend morning anchor. Prior to that, he worked as an anchor/reporter at WPLG in Miami and at News 12 New Jersey.

Walter also has radio experience, co-hosting the highest-rated radio talk show in Central New Jersey on WCTC News-Talk Radio 1450AM, and was color commentator for the Princeton Football Radio Network in New Jersey for 5 years.

Walter has numerous broadcast honors, including an Edward R. Murrow award for spot news coverage, a New York City Press Club award, a New York State Broadcasters award, and two New Jersey Associated Press awards.

A political science graduate from Duke University, Walter, and his wife, reside in Monmouth Junction, New Jersey with their two sons.

Walter's Stories
Philadelphia police officials honor officers for extraordinary service to the community
The ceremony was designed to remind the people of Philadelphia that these men and women are willing to put their lives on the line every day they show up for work.
Smash-and-grabs at high-end Philadelphia stores may be part of larger crime ring
Action News has learned that a recent series of high-end retail thefts in Philadelphia could be linked to a larger ring.
Woman found shot to death in Millville, New Jersey city park
Police are investigating after a woman was found shot to death in a Millville, New Jersey park.
What the beginning of President-elect Trump's new term might look like
John Kennedy, a political science professor from West Chester University, says he understands why Trump would refer to his agenda as a mandate.
Phoenixville cop killed in crash after leaving funeral for another officer
Those who knew him said Ofc. Scena will be remembered as a public servant who loved being a cop almost as much as he loved his family.
Suspect in custody after traffic stop leads to multiple weapons seized in Bucks County
In the video, viewers can see the windows of the pulled-over vehicle were tinted, and the officer was unable to see anything inside.
Kamala Harris discusses latest polls ahead of Election Day in Action News interview
Action News' Walter Perez caught up with Kamala Harris during an exclusive conversation inside the Philly Cutz barbershop in West Philadelphia.
Man who allegedly damaged a police vehicle while wearing a banana costume arrested
A suspect accused of damaging a Philadelphia police vehicle while wearing a banana costume during an illegal car meet-up last month is now in custody.
Video shows teens, 14 and 15, being arrested after carjacking and police chase in Philadelphia
Dramatic cell phone video shows how a police chase ended after a carjacking Monday night in Philadelphia.
Search continues for 2 suspects behind string of corner store burglaries in Philadelphia
Police say two thieves pop the lock to the cellar doors leading to the basement of the shops, where they then allegedly collect as much merchandise and cash as they can carry.