PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) — A man was found dead after being shot inside a home in Philadelphia’s Crescentville neighborhood Tuesday evening.
The shooting happened around 6:30 p.m. on the 6100 block of Colgate Street.
Officers responding to the home found a man inside the living room suffering from a gunshot wound to the head. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
According to Chief Inspector Scott Small, investigators recovered a firearm from a pool table inside the residence and found a large quantity of narcotics and drug paraphernalia.
Police believe the homicide may be drug-related, though the investigation remains ongoing.
No other people were found inside the home, and no additional injuries were reported.
The victim has not yet been identified.
Police said the man was wearing gloves and a face covering when officers located him inside the residence.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Philadelphia police by calling 215-686-TIPS.
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