Suspect in 2023 shooting at Philadelphia recreation center now in custody

Thursday, March 28, 2024
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- A 21-year-old man was arrested Thursday in connection with a shooting last year at a Philadelphia recreation center.

Police said Djean Williams shot a person outside the Dendy Recreation Center on the 1500 block of N. 10th Street on April 19, 2023.
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The victim was taken to St. Christopher's Hospital for Children where he was placed in stable condition.

Williams is facing charges of attempted murder, aggravated assault, and related offenses.
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He will not be eligible for bail due to a probation violation, officials said.

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