Man arrested in connection with West Philadelphia mass shooting after more than a year on the run

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- A man has been arrested in connection with a block party shooting that left three people dead and six others injured last July in West Philadelphia.

Amir Jones was charged with three counts of homicide after being arrested Thursday morning following more than a year on the run, according to the U.S. Marshals Service Philadelphia.

Officials said Jones was taken into custody in the 4900 block of Kershaw Street.

The deadly shooting happened on July 21, 2024, in the 1200 block of North Alden Street.

According to authorities, the incident stemmed from a fight.

Police believe more than 100 people were gathered when shots rang out.

The victims ranged from 23 to 33 years old. Many of the surviving victims sustained gunshot wounds to their arms and legs, according to police.

"It appears that there were multiple shooters, but it's unclear at this time how many. We have counted at least 25 to 30 spent shell casings at this time," said Inspector D.F. Pace with Philadelphia police told Action News in 2024.