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BRONX, N.Y. – A 48-year-old man died after being beaten with a metal object inside a Bronx building Saturday night, according to the New York City Police Department.
What we know:
Police say officers responded to a 911 call around 8:52 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 8, at 1851 Phelan Place, within the 46th Precinct.
When officers arrived, they learned the man had been assaulted and struck multiple times in the head and body with a metal object.
The victim was taken by EMS to Saint Barnabas Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
A person of interest was taken into custody at the scene, police said.
The identity of the victim has not been released pending notification of family members.
What’s next:
The investigation remains active and ongoing. Police have not announced any charges.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the NYPD Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online.
The Source: Information from the New York City Police Department (NYPD), 46th Precinct, was used in this article.Â