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Feltonville leaders and police meet regarding string of armed robberies
String of armed robberies reportedly targeting Latino businesses draw community leaders and police together
FELTONVILLE - Philadelphia city leaders met with community members and police to talk about a recent string of armed robberies in Feltonville. They say Latino-owned businesses are being targeted.
One business owner said her café has been robbed twice in two days. She also says, due to a shortage of police officers, business owners in the area are taking extra measures to secure their stores.
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Business owners say police have increased patrolling in the area, but would like to develop a better relationship with officers on patrol.
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