Police Report Widespread Looting Taking Place amid Philadelphia Riots

By Staff, Agencies

Businesses are being widely looted in Philadelphia, especially in the area of Castor and Aramingo Avenues, amid the ongoing unrest over Wallace's death, Philadelphia police reported on late Tuesday.

The authorities also urged citizens in West Philadelphia, Kensington, Fairhill, North Philly, Fishtown, and Port Richmond to stay at home as the protests have grown violent.

Helicopter footage on Fox29 showed looters taking massive red-colored boxes, including large screen TV sets, and carts full of goods out of Port Richmond Walmart.

As soon as police arrived, looters were seen dropping stolen goods and leaving the parking lot nearby the store in panic.

Foot Locker, Rite Aid, and other stores have also been ransacked.