Woman pulls gun from purse in line for Rita's Water Ice, threatens customer: police
PHILADELPHIA - Tense moments while waiting for water ice were caught on camera in Philadelphia's West Oak Lane neighborhood last month.
Police say a woman was in line outside Rita's Water Ice on Stenton Avenue when another woman started arguing with her.
The woman then pulled a handgun out of her purse in broad daylight and threatened her with it, according to authorities.
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Surveillance showed the chaotic moments as it appeared two men tried to separate the women.
The suspect fled shortly after the incident in a blue Mitsubishi compact SUV.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police.