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The family of Robert Jones, who was shot by an off-duty Philadelphia officer, protests outside City Hall

Sunday, November 3, 2024, 4:00 a.m

Family of man shot and killed at off-duty Philadelphia officer protest outside City Hall

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) — The family of a man shot by an off-duty Philadelphia police officer protested outside City Hall on Saturday.

54-year-old Robert Jones was fatally shot on October 3rd.

According to authorities, Detective Christopher Sweeney was stopped on the street as Jones approached his personal vehicle.

A man has died after he was shot by an off-duty Philadelphia Police Department detective late Thursday night.

At this point, Sweeney is said to have opened fire.

Sweeney is a 14-year veteran and remains on administrative leave while the investigation continues.

However, Jones' family is now calling for Sweeney's arrest.

Police told Action News they cannot comment on the ongoing investigation.

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