Man shot, killed during dispute with ex's new boyfriend in North Philadelphia: police

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Authorities believe a dispute between an old and a new boyfriend played a role in a deadly shooting in North Philadelphia.

The victim has been identified as 21-year-old Nasceer U. Thomas, according to police.

It happened along the 1600 block of Willington Street around 1:30 a.m. on Tuesday.

Police say Thomas was visiting his ex-girlfriend and his child.

An altercation broke out between Thomas and the mother's new boyfriend, identified as 22-year-old Khaleef Brown. At some point, police say Brown shot Thomas in the stomach.

Thomas was pronounced dead at the scene.

Brown was taken into custody a short distance away at 20th and Jefferson Streets. Authorities also recovered a loaded 9mm handgun.

Brown has been charged with murder, among other related charges.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact the Homicide Detectives at 215-686-3334.