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Masked suspect accused of chasing people in Philadelphia has LA ties
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Jonathan Lloyd and Annette Arreola , as published by NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· August 21, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The individual, 22-year-old Zymire Hughes, is wanted by authorities and may have left the area where the incidents occurred. A suspect accused of chasing people while wearing a horror mask has been identified.
A suspect accused of chasing people while wearing a horror mask has been identified. The individual, 22-year-old Zymire Hughes, is wanted by authorities and may have left the area where the incidents occurred. Investigators have learned that Hughes often travels for work.
He has connections to certain regions, including one where he frequently visits for employment. A warrant has been issued for his arrest.
Further information about the case and the suspect's whereabouts can be found through official updates from investigators.
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Category: News Published: August 21, 2026 Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) Reading time: 1 min
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