Philadelphia police are asking for help locating a man wanted for murder outside a bar in Kensington.
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Friday, October 23, 2026 8:55PM
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PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) — Philadelphia police are asking for help locating a man wanted for murder outside a bar in the Kensington section.
Steven Velez-Cruz, 20, is being sought in connection to the deadly shooting outside Vari Bar & Lounge in the 2800 block of North Lawrence Street.
The shooting happened around 4:15 a.m. on Sunday and left 34-year-old Louis Soto dead and four others wounded.
The four other victims, identified by police as two men and two women, were transported to a hospital for treatment. All were reported in stable condition.
Officials say Velez-Cruz is considered armed and dangerous.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Homicide Unit at 215-686-3334 or call the PPD tip line at 215-686-TIPS (8477)
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