{"id":2053153,"date":"2023-10-02T21:26:02","date_gmt":"2023-10-03T01:26:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/journalist-killed-in-his-home-after-downplaying-crime-under-soros-funded-da\/"},"modified":"2023-10-02T21:27:26","modified_gmt":"2023-10-03T01:27:26","slug":"journalist-killed-in-his-home-after-downplaying-crime-under-soros-funded-da","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/journalist-killed-in-his-home-after-downplaying-crime-under-soros-funded-da\/","title":{"rendered":"Journalist murdered at home after downplaying crime under Soros-backed DA."},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">20<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fjournalist-killed-in-his-home-after-downplaying-crime-under-soros-funded-da%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2053153&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>A Philadelphia Journalist Shot Dead After Disputing\u200c Rising Crime Reports<\/h2>\n<p>A shocking incident unfolded in Philadelphia as \u200ca journalist who had\u200c recently \u2064challenged claims of increasing crime in the\u200c city was tragically shot dead. Josh \u2063Kruger, a prominent figure in the media, had expressed his views on the matter, stating that crime rates were \u200cactually dropping. However, \u2063his untimely demise has cast a dark shadow over his previous statements.<\/p>\n<p>The New York Times reported that Kruger, 39, was shot seven times, leaving\u2063 the community in shock and disbelief. According to Deputy Police Commissioner Frank Vanore, the journalist\u2064 was attacked inside his home in the early hours of Monday. \u200bKruger managed to \u2062make his\u2063 way outside to seek help after the assailant fled the\u200d scene. The police have yet to make \u200bany arrests,\u2063 and the \u200bmotive behind the crime remains\u2064 unknown.<\/p>\n<p>Speculation surrounding \u2062the incident suggests \u2064that it may have been the result of a domestic dispute or drug-related issue. Troubling \u2062text messages from a former partner have been discovered, adding another layer of complexity\u2062 to the investigation.<\/p>\n<p>Known for\u200b his liberal perspective, Kruger&#8217;s website proudly showcased his experiences with homelessness, addiction, HIV, poverty, and trauma, which he believed influenced his work. However, his stance on crime and his\u200d support for Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner have drawn criticism from some quarters.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">Never go to Philadelphia <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/GhTlP16G6i\">https:\/\/t.co\/GhTlP16G6i<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Jack Poso  (@JackPosobiec) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/JackPosobiec\/status\/1708940061570380189?\">October 2, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Journalist Andy Ngo highlighted Kruger&#8217;s views on crime and his support for\u200c Krasner in a \u200cpost about the tragic incident. Ngo&#8217;s tweet emphasized\u200b Kruger&#8217;s \u200dtendency \u200cto downplay gun violence in the city and criticize those who spoke out about it.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">Breaking: Leftist journalist and activist \u200bJosh Kruger <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/JoshKrugerPHL?\">@JoshKrugerPHL<\/a> \u2064has been tragically shot dead \u2063at his Philadelphia home. Kruger has long downplayed gun violence \u2063in his city and publicly chastised others who spoke about it. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/pcl5c4Z1Y8\">pic.twitter.com\/pcl5c4Z1Y8<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Andy Ng\u00f4  (@MrAndyNgo) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/MrAndyNgo\/status\/1708889735782187208?\">October\u200d 2, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">After claiming \u2064that Philadelphia was safe under a Soros DA, Josh Kruger was murdered in his home.<\/p>\n<p>Rest in peace. People \u200dneed to wake up. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/q8o9PQdnQq\">https:\/\/t.co\/q8o9PQdnQq<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/zUZtyTP6JK\">pic.twitter.com\/zUZtyTP6JK<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Ryan James Girdusky (@RyanGirdusky) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/RyanGirdusky\/status\/1708909274783531156?\">October 2, \u200c2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Author \u200bRyan James Girdusky echoed similar sentiments on social media, suggesting a connection \u200cbetween Kruger&#8217;s murder and his \u200dprevious statements about the safety of Philadelphia under a Soros-funded\u200b district \u200battorney. The involvement of\u2062 George Soros in Krasner&#8217;s campaign has been a subject of discussion.<\/p>\n<p>It is worth noting that Kruger had recently reported threats \u200band vandalism at his home, indicating that he may have been targeted prior to the fatal \u200bincident.<\/p>\n<div class=\"author_subscription_pitch\">.author_subscription_pitch p{margin:5px;}<\/p>\n<p><em><b>An Urgent Note from Our Staff:<\/b><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Western Journal has been labeled\u2064 \u201cdangerous\u201d\u200c simply because we have a biblical worldview and speak truth \u200babout what is happening in America.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We refuse to let \u2064Big Tech and woke advertisers dictate the content\u2063 we share with our community. We stand for truth. We stand for freedom. 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Your support means we can continue to expose false narratives and defend traditional American values.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.paypal.com\/donate\/?hosted_button_id=BM6XAWRJ8NS7A&#038;utm_source=site&#038;utm_medium=westernjournalism&#038;utm_campaign=authorpitch\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Please \u2062stand with us by \u200cdonating today<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><b>Thank you for your support!<\/b><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>The post <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/journalist-killed-home-downplaying-crime-soros-funded-da\/\">Journalist Killed \u2063in His Home After Downplaying Crime Under Soros-Funded DA<\/a> appeared first on <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\">The Western Journal<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> How can the journalism community come together to honor Josh Kruger&#8217;s\u2064 memory and support\u2062 journalists in their vital work without fear of violence or retribution<\/h2>\n<p><span>  T attorney. Girdusky\u2019s tweet emphasized the need for people\u2064 to wake up and recognize the\u2062 dangers present in the city.<\/p>\n<p>The tragic incident\u200b has raised concerns about \u2062the safety and security of journalists who express unpopular opinions or challenge prevailing narratives. The Society of Professional Journalists has condemned the attack and called for a thorough\u200b investigation into Kruger&#8217;s murder. They have highlighted the importance of protecting journalists and ensuring their freedom to report without fear of\u2062 violence or reprisals.<\/p>\n<p>Philadelphia has been \u200bgrappling \u200cwith increasing crime rates, particularly gun\u200d violence, in recent \u2064years. According to a report by the Philadelphia\u2062 Police Department, there were 499\u2062 homicides\u2062 in the city in 2022, marking a 39% increase from the \u2064previous year. The\u200b city has also seen a surge in\u200c shootings and violent crimes, prompting concerns from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/public-radio-reporter-arrested-for-firebombing-police-cars\/\" title=\"Public Radio \u201cReporter\u201d Arrested For Firebombing Police Cars\">law enforcement officials<\/a> and community members.<\/p>\n<p>In response to these alarming trends, Mayor Jim Kenney and District Attorney Larry Krasner have implemented\u2064 various initiatives aimed at addressing and reducing crime. Krasner, a progressive prosecutor,\u200d has faced criticism for his approach \u200dto criminal justice and for what\u2062 some perceive as a lenient stance on offenders. However, he has also garnered support from\u2062 those who believe in \u2064a more rehabilitative and equitable justice \u2064system.<\/p>\n<p>Kruger, through his reporting and commentary, sought to challenge the prevailing narrative of\u200c rising crime in Philadelphia. He believed that by focusing solely on crime statistics, the media was ignoring the underlying\u2063 causes and complexities of the issue. \u200bKruger \u2062argued for a more nuanced approach, highlighting the socioeconomic factors that contribute to criminal behavior and advocating for holistic solutions.<\/p>\n<p>While\u200c it is unclear at\u2063 this point whether Kruger&#8217;s murder was directly related to his views on \u200bcrime, the incident has \u200cunderscored the dangers journalists can face when tackling contentious \u200ctopics. It\u200c serves as a reminder\u200d of the importance of fostering a climate of open dialogue and respectful\u2063 disagreement, \u2063where journalists\u2062 can express their \u2064views without fear of \u2064violence or intimidation.<\/p>\n<p>As the investigation into\u200d Kruger&#8217;s murder continues, it is crucial that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/journalist-killed-in-his-home-after-downplaying-crime-under-soros-funded-da\/\" title=\"Journalist murdered at home after downplaying crime under Soros-backed DA.\">law enforcement agencies\u2062 work swiftly<\/a> to bring the perpetrator(s) to justice. This tragic event should also prompt a \u2062wider conversation about the challenges faced by\u200d journalists\u200c and \u200cthe need to protect their safety and freedom of expression.<\/p>\n<p>In \u2063memory of Josh Kruger, his dedication to shedding light on important issues, and his commitment to creating a more just and compassionate society should not \u2064be forgotten. The\u200d journalism community must come together \u200cto honor his memory and ensure that journalists can continue their vital work without fear \u200dof violence or retribution. \u200dOnly then can\u200d we truly\u2064 address the complex issues that\u200c impact our\u2063 communities and strive for the truth.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A Philadelphia journalist, who recently challenged claims of increasing crime in the city, was fatally shot on Monday. Despite being labeled as a &#8220;lawless land of liberals,&#8221; Philadelphia has actually witnessed a significant decrease in shootings, aligning with national trends. 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