Man accused of killing gay Philadelphia journalist pleads guilty to murder
Josh Kruger, 39, was shot and killed in his home in the South Philadelphia neighborhood of Point Breeze in the early morning hours of October 2, 2023.
June 12 2024 11:34 AM
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