Delivery driver comes under attack in West Philly carjacking

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Wednesday, April 7, 2021
Delivery driver attacked, carjacked in West Philly
A delivery driver came under attack during a carjacking in West Philadelphia.

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- A delivery driver came under attack during a carjacking in West Philadelphia.

It happened at 64th and Media streets around 11:30 p.m. Tuesday.

Police believe the victim was pistol-whipped and suffered injuries to the face.

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The suspect drove off in the stolen vehicle, described as a blue Buick Century sedan.

The victim was taken to the hospital for treatment.

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