At a Glance
- A man and three dogs were found dead in an East Germantown home.
- The dogs were shot and the man had a dog bite on his ankle.
- Police are investigating; a fourth dog was found in a bathroom and taken by ACCT Philly.
- Why it matters: The case raises questions about safety and animal welfare in the community.
A tragic incident unfolded Friday evening when a man and his three dogs were discovered dead inside a home on the 1900 block of Medary Street. Police say the dogs were shot and the man suffered a bite to his ankle, prompting an investigation into suspicious circumstances.
Investigation Details
Philadelphia Police Captain Christopher Bradshaw reported that officers were called just after 6:30 p.m. for an unresponsive male. Bradshaw told News Of Philadelphia that the man’s wife had come home from work to find him unconscious.
> “the man’s wife had come home from work to find him unconscious.”
Philadelphia Police Captain Christopher Bradshaw stated:
Investigators say they do not know who shot the dogs or how the man died, but they believe the circumstances are suspicious.
- Three dogs were shot
- Fourth dog was found in the bathroom
- Incident occurred on the 1900 block of Medary Street
Animal Welfare
| Dog # | Status |
|---|---|
| 1 | Shot |
| 2 | Shot |
| 3 | Shot |
| 4 | In bathroom, taken by ACCT Philly |
Police also noted that a fourth dog was found inside a bathroom and ACCT Philly has taken the dog into their custody.
Key Takeaways
- The incident involved a man and three dogs found dead, with dogs shot and a bite wound on the man.
- Police are investigating, citing suspicious circumstances.
- A fourth dog was rescued and is now under ACCT Philly’s care.
The investigation continues as authorities seek answers about the deaths and the fate of the animals involved.
