Philly Woman Killed After Reporting Sexual Assault

Victim filed claim against suspect one day before her death, police say

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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A woman in Philadelphia filed a sexual assault claim against a man on Saturday, but was found shot and killed in her car the next day. The suspect, 32-year-old Yujun Reno, turned himself in to police and has been denied bail. Authorities are investigating the connection between the assault claim and the woman's murder.

Why it matters

This tragic case highlights the dangers women can face when trying to leave abusive relationships, as well as the challenges of the criminal justice system in protecting victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. It also raises questions about how to better support and protect victims who come forward with claims.

The details

According to Bucks County District Attorney Joe Khan, the woman, whose identity has not been released, was in a relationship with Reno but had tried to end it. She reported him to the Philadelphia Police Department on Saturday, February 7th, for sexual assault. Evidence shows that Reno then began stalking the woman's vehicle, and shot and killed her in her car the next day, February 8th, in Levittown.

  • The woman filed a sexual assault claim against Reno on Saturday, February 7th, 2026.
  • The woman was found shot and killed in her car on Sunday, February 8th, 2026.

The players

Yujun Reno

A 32-year-old man who was in a relationship with the victim and is accused of stalking and killing her after she reported him for sexual assault.

Joe Khan

The Bucks County District Attorney who announced the charges against Reno.

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What they’re saying

“After the victim courageously reported a sexual assault to the Philadelphia Police Department on Saturday night and attempted to end the relationship, evidence showed Ren began stalking her vehicle in the early morning hours today. The evidence showed that he shot her in her vehicle. We want to commend the officers and detectives who worked to ensure that these charges were filed within hours of the incident. We are committed to seeking justice for the victim.”

— Joe Khan, Bucks County District Attorney

What’s next

Reno has a preliminary hearing scheduled for Tuesday, February 10th, 2026, where a judge will decide whether to allow him to be released on bail.

The takeaway

This tragic case underscores the critical need for stronger protections and support systems for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, especially when they attempt to leave abusive relationships. It highlights the dangers they can face and the challenges the criminal justice system still faces in adequately addressing these issues.