Police Search For Man Accused Of Threatening SEPTA Driver With A Knife

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – Police are asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect accused of threatening a SEPTA driver with a knife.

Authorities say on March 21 around 3:05 p.m., the driver of the SEPTA route 23 bus was at Germantown and Erie Avenues.

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Police say when the driver asked the suspect to clear the aisle so passengers could walk through, the suspect became angry and pulled a knife, threatening the driver.

Officials say the suspect then exited the bus and was last seen on Erie Avenue. No one was injured during the incident.

Police describe the suspect as a black male, 6'0, wearing a brown and checkered hat, tan scarf, dark brown jacket and light blue pants.

Anyone with information on the suspect or the incident is urged to contact: East Detective Division 215-686-3243/3244

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