"Jamal, we love you. That's all I want to say," said Shabazz Simmons.
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Simmons has been in mourning since his son, 31-year-old Jamal Jackson, was killed in a hit-and-run early Monday morning at the intersection of E Street and Allegheny Avenue.
"It's a hurtful feeling that we have to go through," Simmons said.
His father says his son was in the neighborhood visiting his mother.
Philadelphia police released this photo of a car they believe is a white or light gray 2004 to 2008 Acura TL with a sunroof and damage to the right rear bumper that left the scene.
The family said adding insult to injury is the apparent disregard for their loved one's suffering.
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According to police, Jamal Jackson was dragged about a block and a half.
His family said Jackson leaves behind a 12-year-old daughter. He worked construction to provide for his family.
His father says his son was known for his sense of humor and larger-than-life smile.
"Just turn yourself in. That's all I want to say. I love my son. The family loves him, his brothers love him, everybody loves him," Simmons said.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police.