Suspect in custody in death of Philadelphia firefighter

Suspect in Custody in Death of Philadelphia Firefighter

Authorities are investigating the death of a Philadelphia firefighter found inside a home in Holmesburg.

Philadelphia Police Department officers responded to a property on the 4700 block of Shelmire Avenue just before 4 a.m.

A 27-year-old man, locked in the front porch, informed officers about an incident inside. Upon entering, they found a 56-year-old man "extremely injured."

The victim was taken to a nearby hospital and pronounced dead. Investigators believe the victim died during a physical altercation.

A suspect is in custody, but authorities have not identified the victim or the suspect, and the motive remains unknown.

Author's summary: Philadelphia firefighter dies in altercation.

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