Authorities are seeking 19-year-old Khadfi Fleming in connection with a robbery linked to the fatal shooting of Penn State student Billy Schmidt. Fleming is also a person of interest in an Aug. 10 aggravated assault involving an off-duty Philadelphia police officer and suspected car thieves. The U.S. Marshals Service is offering an immediate cash reward for information leading to Fleming’s whereabouts.
The latest investigation began after an off-duty officer followed people who allegedly targeted his Dodge Charger. Gunfire was exchanged during a confrontation, but no one is believed to have been struck. Fleming has not been charged in the officer-related incident.
| 1) | Search expands after officer confrontation |
| 2) | Evidence recovered from the vehicle scene |
| 3) | Earlier robbery case involving Penn State student |
| 4) | Teen suspects in Schmidt killing |
| 5) | How to provide information |
Search expands after officer confrontation
The U.S. Marshals Service identified Khadfi Fleming as a person of interest in the aggravated assault of an off-duty Philadelphia police officer on Monday, Aug. 10. Investigators say the encounter followed an alleged attempt to steal the officer’s Dodge Charger in Philadelphia. The officer pursued and confronted the suspects, prompting an exchange of gunfire.
The suspects escaped after the confrontation. Authorities have not said that Fleming was arrested or charged in the new case, and the circumstances linking him to the incident remain under investigation.
Evidence recovered from the vehicle scene
Investigators later recovered the officer’s Charger. The vehicle had a broken window and damage to its steering column, according to authorities cited in the report. Numerous 9mm shell casings were also found at the scene.
Authorities said the suspects moved to another stolen vehicle, a Lexus, which was later found abandoned. No person is believed to have been hit during the shooting. The recovered vehicles and shell casings are part of the investigation into the alleged car theft and the assault on the officer.
Earlier robbery case involving Penn State student
Fleming was already wanted on a robbery charge connected to the June 6 killing of 22-year-old Penn State student Billy Schmidt. Schmidt was walking home from an NBA Finals watch party in South Philadelphia at about 1:30 a.m. when he was fatally shot, just blocks from his home.
Surveillance video captured the moments before the shooting. Schmidt was heard asking for his stolen phone back before a gunshot was heard, according to investigators. He was studying digital journalism and media at Penn State and was expected to graduate in December.
“Cared about everybody and never hurt or bothered a soul,” Schmidt’s father, Bill Schmidt, previously said of his son.
Teen suspects in Schmidt killing
The killing led authorities to search for two 16-year-old suspects, including Fleming’s younger brother, Azzubair Outen-Fleming. U.S. Marshals arrested Outen-Fleming in Colorado Springs about a month after the shooting at the home of a distant relative. Authorities said he initially tried to conceal his identity.
Philadelphia police said Outen-Fleming would face a murder charge. The second teenager, Kaiseem Smith, surrendered to Philadelphia police. Authorities confirmed that both 16-year-olds would be charged as adults in connection with the June robbery and shooting.
How to provide information
The U.S. Marshals Service is offering a cash reward for information that leads to Fleming’s whereabouts. Anyone with information is asked to contact the agency at 1-866-865-TIPS (8477).
The reward request covers Fleming’s location while investigators examine his possible connection to the Aug. 10 confrontation. Authorities have not announced additional charges against him in that incident.
| Number | Key Point |
|---|---|
| 1 | Khadfi Fleming is wanted on a robbery charge tied to Billy Schmidt’s killing. |
| 2 | He is a person of interest, but has not been charged, in the officer shootout. |
| 3 | The officer’s Charger and a later-abandoned Lexus were recovered. |
| 4 | Two 16-year-olds face adult charges in the Penn State student’s killing. |
Summary
The search for Khadfi Fleming now spans two Philadelphia investigations: a robbery case connected to the death of Billy Schmidt and a more recent confrontation involving an off-duty police officer. While Fleming has not been charged in the officer assault, federal authorities are seeking information about his location. The public can report tips directly to the U.S. Marshals Service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Khadfi Fleming?
Fleming is a 19-year-old wanted on a robbery charge connected to the June killing of Penn State student Billy Schmidt. He is also a person of interest in the Aug. 10 assault investigation involving an off-duty Philadelphia officer.
What happened during the officer confrontation?
An off-duty officer followed suspects who allegedly targeted his Dodge Charger and confronted them. Gunfire was exchanged, but no one is believed to have been struck. The suspects fled in another stolen vehicle, a Lexus, which was later abandoned.
How can the public report information?
Information about Fleming’s whereabouts can be provided to the U.S. Marshals Service at 1-866-865-TIPS (8477).
