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Philadelphia Crossing Guard Assaulted: Police Seek Witnesses

3/20/2026

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Surveillance footage shows a suspect assaulting a female crossing guard in Philadelphia on March 16.
The assailant, dressed in black, punched her for allegedly taking too long to escort children across the street.
The Darby Borough Police condemned the act as heinous and urged witnesses to come forward.
Police Chief Joe Gabe said the crossing guard is recovering but anxious about returning to work.

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Surveillance footage shows a suspect assaulting a female crossing guard in Philadelphia on March 16.
The assailant, dressed in black, punched her for allegedly taking too long to escort children across the street.
The Darby Borough Police condemned the act as heinous and urged witnesses to come forward.
Police Chief Joe Gabe said the crossing guard is recovering but anxious about returning to work.