Last Updated on 21/07/2024 by wccexam Desk
Dominique Billips, a 28-year-old woman, has been arrested in Philadelphia for allegedly shooting a 7-month-old baby during a violent incident linked to a narcotics debt. The shooting occurred on the evening of July 18, 2024, in the Holmesburg neighborhood, where Billips reportedly approached a couple with their baby in a stroller and opened fire, striking the infant in the leg.
Incident Details
The confrontation appears to have stemmed from a $100 narcotics debt, with the intended target being the baby’s father. Disturbing surveillance footage shows Billips aiming her gun at the mother before firing, resulting in the baby being injured. Fortunately, the child was taken to a hospital and is in stable condition.
Upon arrival, police found that the parents had fled the scene due to outstanding warrants for nonviolent offenses. They later returned to report the incident and were cooperative with the investigation.
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Charges and Legal Proceedings
Billips has been charged with aggravated assault and violations related to firearm possession. She was apprehended without incident at a residence on Van Kirk Street after police identified her through surveillance footage and tips from the public. The case has drawn significant attention due to the nature of the crime and the age of the victim, prompting further investigations by the Special Victims Unit and the Department of Human Services.
This incident highlights ongoing concerns about gun violence and its impact on families in urban areas.