A Tacony man escaped serious injury when he returned home on New Year’s Eve, went upstairs and found a knife-wielding burglar rooting through his dresser.
It happened on the 4200 block of Hellerman St. shortly before 8 p.m. The homeowner cornered the intruder, who swung a blade at the homeowner before fleeing downstairs, into the basement and out the back door. The homeowner suffered scratches to his torso and did not seek medical treatment.
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The crook made off with $1,200 cash and was last seen fleeing through an alley behind the home. He was described as black, in his late 30s, six feet tall and muscular. He wore a red hoodie. Call Northeast Detectives at 215–686–3153 to report information. ••
