62-year-old man found dead in blood at fire scene: police

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) – Philadelphia police are investigating a possible homicide after a man was found dead at a fire scene in the city of Somerton.

The fire took place just after 7pm on Friday in the 11000 block of Greiner Road.

Officials say smoke escaped from a twin house.

A neighbor next door smelled smoke in the house and was able to open the front door where he found the homeowner, authorities said.

According to officers, a 62-year-old man was discovered on the floor in a pool of blood.

No other injuries have been reported so far.

The firefighter is currently investigating this incident.

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