Philadelphia authorities have charged a 14-year-old male as an adult in connection with the fatal shooting of a pizza delivery driver last month. Sincere Camps faces multiple charges, including murder, robbery, and firearms offenses, following the death of Anshul Kuncha, 28, who was killed during an alleged robbery setup in North Philadelphia.
The incident occurred in the early hours of June 5. Police officers responded to a report of a person with a gun in the 2300 block of Edgley Street around 12:32 a.m. Upon arrival, they discovered Kuncha unresponsive, suffering from a gunshot wound to the back of the head. He was immediately transported to Temple University Hospital, where he was pronounced dead shortly after.
Investigators determined that Kuncha, a graduate of Drexel University’s LeBow College of Business who worked as a data analyst and delivered pizzas, was making a delivery to the Raymond Rosen Homes housing complex. Police stated that Kuncha had delivered an order to a vacant apartment just prior to being shot. The discovery of unopened food and his delivery bag inside the unoccupied residence suggested that he had reached his destination before the shooting occurred outside.
Surveillance footage played a crucial role in the investigation. According to police, the footage showed two individuals, dressed in dark clothing, following Kuncha as he approached the vacant property. One of the individuals was observed wearing a dark backpack. Near where Kuncha was found, police also recovered three spent shell casings, which were collected as evidence. Authorities identified robbery as the motive behind the tragic shooting.
After more than a month of intensive investigation, authorities apprehended Sincere Camps on July 10. He is currently being held without bail and is scheduled to appear in court on July 21. As of now, no attorney information for Camps has been listed in court records. While Camps has been charged, investigators noted that surveillance footage showed two individuals near Kuncha before the shooting, and authorities have not released additional details regarding whether other suspects may face charges. The identity of the individual who placed the pizza order or how the delivery was arranged has also not been publicly disclosed.
The case has garnered significant attention due to the young age of the suspect and the gravity of the charges. It also highlights broader discussions surrounding violent crime involving juvenile suspects and the complexities authorities encounter when young defendants are accused of serious offenses. Kuncha, who had immigrated to Philadelphia from India, was actively building his life in the United States. His family has expressed profound grief and is seeking assistance to repatriate his remains to India.
The investigation remains ongoing as police continue to review evidence connected to the shooting. Prosecutors' allegations against Camps have not yet been proven in court, and he is presumed innocent unless convicted. Authorities urge anyone with further information about the case to contact investigators to assist as the legal process unfolds.
