Mohammed Fareed, a 56-year-old male of Pakistani ethnicity, was tragically shot and killed on December 8, 2011, in Chester, Pennsylvania. Fareed was the owner of the Sunoco APlus gas station located at 9th and Kerlin Streets. The incident occurred early in the morning when a would-be robber approached the gas station with the intent to rob it. During the robbery attempt, the suspect opened fire, hitting Fareed in the torso area.
Despite being critically wounded, Fareed managed to provide police with a description of the suspect, point them to surveillance video, and indicate the direction the shooter fled. Unfortunately, Fareed succumbed to his injuries later at the hospital.
Following Fareed's death, Chester Police launched an investigation to identify and apprehend the suspect. The investigation included reviewing surveillance footage and following up on leads provided by Fareed before he passed away. Despite these efforts, the suspect remained at large, and no arrests were made immediately following the incident. The case garnered significant attention from the local community, and a prayer vigil was held in honor of Fareed at the gas station.
In the years following the murder, the investigation continued, but the case remained unsolved. The Chester Police Department, along with local authorities, continued to seek information from the public and offered a reward for any information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspect. The community remained hopeful that justice would eventually be served for Fareed, whose dedication and service to the neighborhood were deeply respected.
The tragic death of Mohammed Fareed serves as a reminder of the impact that violent crime can have on individuals and communities. Fareed's legacy lives on through the memories of those who knew him and the ongoing efforts to bring his killer to justice.
