Police Investigate Fatal Stabbing of 93-Year-Old Man in Philadelphia Home

Elderly Man Found Dead in Logan Home on Friday Afternoon

Philadelphia police are investigating the death of 93-year-old Lafayette Dailey, who was found dead inside his residence in the Logan neighborhood of Philadelphia. Dailey was discovered in his home on the 4500 block of North 16th Street at 2:58 p.m. on a Friday. Medics pronounced him dead at 3:05 p.m.

Medical Examiner Confirms Cause of Death as Stabbing

According to the Philadelphia Medical Examiner's Office, reported on Wednesday following the incident, Dailey died from stab wounds. Police stated that he had lacerations on his head and chest when he was found. The death is being treated as suspicious, and the case is under active investigation.

Details From the Scene and Missing Property

Police reported that Dailey was found inside the home where he lived alone. At the time officers arrived, his white 2007 Chrysler 300, bearing Pennsylvania license plate number GRJ-5294, was missing from the scene. In addition to the vehicle, Dailey's car keys and wallet were also reported missing.

Vehicle Recovery and Ongoing Investigation

Authorities later located Dailey's Chrysler 300. The vehicle was towed to an impound lot, where investigators are examining it for evidence. No additional information about the vehicle's discovery has been released. Police have not confirmed whether there were signs of a struggle or a break-in at Dailey's residence, and a weapon has not been recovered, according to information provided to investigators.

Police Seek Information From Public

Philadelphia police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding Dailey's death in his Logan home. They are asking anyone with information related to the incident to contact law enforcement.