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Jailtime. Threatening note led to fatal shooting: Defendant On Thursday, a man apologized before he was sentenced for murder over an argument. “To the family, I’m sorry I can’t take back what happened,” said Raheem Gonzalez, 22, before receiving a sentence of 15 to 31 years in prison. “I wasn’t in a right state of mind. I was scared for my life. I’m not the same person I once was.” Gonzalez pleaded guilty to third-degree murder and attempted murder charges for fatally shooting to death Raymond Roman, 20, around 12:40 a.m. on Sept. 22, 2010, near the intersection of Kip and Ontario streets. He also shot Roman’s brother, Xavier, 24, in the arm, leg and mouth. Gonzalez claimed the brothers had previously beaten, robbed and shot him in the arm earlier in the day, then left a threatening note on his car
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Expect delays. Broad Street Run is Sunday From Logan to the Navy Yard, thousands of runners will take to the street for the 35th annual Broad Street Run on Sunday. But those not running should be aware of SEPTA detours. All bus routes that use or cross Broad Street will use detours. Routes 3, 17, 29, 39, 64, 75, 79 and G will use cutback service on the eastern and western portion of their routes. Trolley Route 15 will operate with substitute bus service. Due to traffic congestion, additional delays are
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“No parent should have to organize their son’s funeral.” Raymond Roman’s father
implying they might hurt his mother. Gonzalez said he got a street gun, and when he saw the Roman brothers, fired on them from fear for his life. “I believe it, but it was problematic as a selfdefense case, because he didn’t see a gun before shooting,” said Gonzalez’ defense lawyer Jack McMahon. Gonzalez was sentenced to 8 to 16 years for murder and 7 to 15 years for attempted murder. He received a reduced sentence because had no previous criminal record, according to Judge Jeffrey Minehart. SAM NEWHOUSE
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expected around the city, especially on routes leaving the Olney Transportation Center. Express trains will run on the Broad Street Line for race participants and those watching. Runners can show their official race bibs and ride on the BSL for free. Delays are also expected on Friday for the Philadelphia Science Festival Carnival, Saturday’s Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival and the Chestnut Hill Home and Garden Festival on Sunday. METRO
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House explodes in CC A firefighter sprays the smoldering remains of a house that exploded on the 2300 block of Naudain Street in Center City early Thursday morning. Officials said the cause of the explosion and fire was carbon monoxide. One person was taken to the hospital for minor injuries. The premises had been evacuated prior to the explosion. / CHARLES MOSTOLLER, METRO
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Man burned infant stepson’s face: Police Matthew Montgomery, 27, of the 1800 block of South Conestoga Street, was arrested Wednes-
day night for allegedly burning his 3-year-old stepson’s face and right arm while the boy’s mother was at work. The boy also suffered a concussion and bruising but was in stable condition. METRO
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