Philadelphia police revealed on Friday that they have identified a suspect in the tragic death of Josh Kruger, a 39-year-old journalist. Kruger was found shot outside his home on Monday.
The suspect, Robert Edmond Davis, 19, is currently at large and is wanted for murder, as confirmed by Lt. Hamilton Marshmond during a press conference.
“Mr. Davis is considered armed and dangerous,” warned Marshmond. “We urge the public to immediately contact 911 if they encounter Mr. Davis or have any information about his whereabouts. We also implore Mr. Davis to surrender himself to the police.”
Josh Kruger, an acclaimed journalist in Philadelphia, dedicated his career to covering topics such as homelessness and LGBTQ+ issues, drawing from his personal experiences with homelessness and addiction. He previously served as Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney’s content and communications director for the Office of Homeless Services before returning to journalism in 2021.
“Josh Kruger was an advocate for marginalized individuals, especially those facing homelessness and addiction,” stated Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner in a released statement.
Krasner added, “As an openly queer writer who bravely shared his own journey of overcoming substance use disorder and homelessness, it was inspiring to see Josh join Mayor Kenney’s administration, amplifying the voices of the homeless through the Office of Homeless Services.”
Kruger’s impactful work, which shed light on his experiences as an HIV-positive gay man, reached wide audiences through publications such as The Philadelphia Inquirer, The Philadelphia Citizen, LGBTQ Nation, and Poz magazine.
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