PHILADELPHIA – A Philadelphia firefighter was found dead inside a Holmesburg home early Wednesday morning, sparking an active investigation by local authorities. Police and emergency responders were called to the 4700 block of Shelmire Avenue just before 4 a.m. following reports of an incident inside the residence.

When officers arrived, they discovered a 27-year-old man locked on the front porch of the home. According to police, the man told officers about an incident that had taken place inside the property.

“We were informed that something serious happened inside the home,” a Philadelphia Police Department spokesperson said. “Upon entering, officers discovered a 56-year-old man who was extremely injured.”

The victim, later confirmed to be a firefighter, was transported immediately to a nearby hospital. Despite emergency medical efforts, he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.

Investigators believe the firefighter death occurred during a physical altercation inside the home. “At this stage, we are still trying to determine the exact circumstances that led to this tragic event,” the spokesperson added.

Authorities have not yet released the identities of either the victim or the suspect who was taken into custody. The motive behind the altercation remains unknown, and no charges have been filed so far. Preliminary reports indicated the firefighter may have been fatally shot, but the official cause of death is still under review.

WHAT WE KNOW {IN BRIEF}

• Philadelphia firefighter death reported inside a Holmesburg home.

• Police responded to the 4700 block of Shelmire Avenue just before 4 a.m.

• 27-year-old man found on front porch reported incident inside.

• Victim, a 56-year-old firefighter, was transported to hospital and pronounced dead.

• Investigators believe death occurred during a physical altercation.

• Victim and suspect identities not yet released; motive unknown.

• No charges have been filed; cause of death still under investigation.

• Preliminary reports suggested possible shooting.

Source: Information confirmed by Philadelphia police at the scene and in a press release issued Wednesday morning.

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