Authorities in Philadelphia are in the midst of a homicide probe following the discovery of an elderly man deceased in his home, bearing a significant head wound. Details provided by NBC Philadelphia confirm that police were summoned to the Northeast Philadelphia residence situated on the 6500 block of Roosevelt Boulevard at approximately 11:16 p.m. on Sunday.
The man, identified as a 98-year-old, was found unresponsive, seated on the living room steps with a notable gash to his forehead. Reports by FOX29 indicate that he was pronounced dead at the scene, with emergency personnel already the on site when officers arrived. The Philadelphia Police Department's homicide unit has taken up the investigation, though as of now, they have not released any further details regarding potential suspects or the exact circumstances leading to the man's death.
As the investigation presses forward, the community awaits updates on this tragic incident. Patch reported that upon their arrival, officers found the man lifeless with what was described as a "large gash on his forehead." The police have yet to determine whether there is any foul play involved or whether an external party may be implicated in the death.
