Philly Man Sought For Transgender Woman's Murder

PHILADELPHIA — Police in Philadelphia have identified and issued a warrant for the man they say is responsible for the murder of Dominique "Rem'mie" Fells. Fells, a transgender woman, was found dead near the Schuylkill River in the area of Bartram's Garden on Monday, June 8.

Akhenaton Jones, 36, of the 3900 block of Powelton Avenue in Philadelphia, is wanted for murder, abuse of corpse, tampering with evidence, and possession of an instrument of crime.

Police said Jones, who goes by "Akh," may be armed and dangerous and said the public should not approach him.

Anyone with information on Jones's whereabouts is urged to contact police at 911, 215-686-8477, submitting a tip online here, or contacting the Homicide Unit directly at 215-686-3334.

"The murder of Dominique Fells constituted yet another act of hate and violence against a member of the LGBTQ community," stated Commissioner Danielle Outlaw, adding, "We are deeply disturbed by the facts of this case, and extend our deepest sympathy to Ms. Fells’ family, friends, and the entire LGBTQ community. Our homicide detectives have worked tirelessly in identifying the person responsible for this horrific crime, and we are asking the public’s assistance in locating this dangerous offender, so that he may be held accountable, and so that Ms. Fells and the community might gain a measure of justice."