Tuesday, October 27, 2026 9:20PM
Johnathan Dowd-Hinnant threw the woman to the ground, punched her several times, then stole her phone during the assault in Northeast Philly.
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PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) — Police have arrested a suspect in connection with the violent robbery and beating of a woman in Northeast Philadelphia.
Investigators identified the suspect as Johnathan Dowd-Hinnant.
According to police, Dowd-Hinnant attacked a woman on October 12th in the 2900 block of Holme Avenue.
Authorities say he threw the woman to the ground, punched her multiple times, and stole her cell phone and vehicle keys.
Investigators said Dowd-Hinnant then attempted to steal the victim’s vehicle but fled when bystanders intervened and chased him away.
Police said an Action News viewer recognized Dowd-Hinnant from the video and provided information that helped investigators locate and arrest him.
Dowd-Hinnant is facing assault and robbery charges.
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