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New Philly police forensics lab will be in University City, Parker administration says

The selection kicks off a new, monthslong phase of planning, development, and construction. Securing funding and selecting a location has been a process steeped in politics and beset by delays.

Mayor Cherelle Parker speaks during a news conference in July. At left is District Attorney Larry Krasner and at right is Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel. Parker announced this week that her administration has selected a location to construct a new police forensics lab.
Mayor Cherelle Parker speaks during a news conference in July. At left is District Attorney Larry Krasner and at right is Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel. Parker announced this week that her administration has selected a location to construct a new police forensics lab.Read moreAlejandro A. Alvarez / Staff Photographer
    by Anna Orso
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