ALLENTOWN, Pa. — A man is facing multiple charges after police responded to reports of gunfire early Wednesday morning in the city.
According to the Allentown Police Department, officers were dispatched around 6:50 a.m. on April 1, 2026, to the 100 block of West Tilghman Street for a report of an individual firing shots.
When officers arrived, they located a person matching the description provided. Police say the individual fled on foot and was seen reaching near his waistband while ignoring repeated verbal commands to stop.
Authorities deployed a Taser and took the suspect into custody without further incident. During a search, officers recovered a firearm.
Following the investigation, Karriem Muhammad Jr., 37, of Allentown, was charged with:
- Firearms not to be carried without a license
- Recklessly endangering another person
- Resisting arrest
- Evading arrest or detention on foot
- Disorderly conduct
- Public drunkenness
Police said the incident was handled by officers assigned to the First Platoon.
No injuries were reported in connection with the incident.
As in all criminal cases, the charges are allegations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
Authorities say no further information is being released at this time.
