The apparent homicide near the Sovereign office building at 5th and Cherry poses no ongoing threat to citizens. There is a suspect in custody. There was an altercation that resulted in this death. Police are on the scene investigating and are interviewing several witnesses. Anyone who has information about this crime should call Reading Police at 610-655-6116.
William M. Heim
Chief of Police
City of Reading
815 Washington Street
Reading, PA 19601
610-655-6241
Reading Downtown Improvement District 645 Penn Street, Suite 505 Reading, PA 19601 Office 610-376-6424 Ambassador Phone 484-955-0915