Hook paragraph: A quiet neighborhood in Philadelphia’s Kensington was shaken on Wednesday when a man and a woman were found shot to death inside their home.
Discovery and Immediate Response
The first sign of trouble came when neighbors in Kensington noticed a dog barking constantly and had not heard from the couple since Thanksgiving. A resident called the couple’s son, who in turn contacted the landlord. The landlord entered the home on the 3400 block of Hartville Street at 1:17 p.m. and found a man and a woman both suffering from gunshot wounds. Responding medics pronounced both victims dead at 2:02 p.m.
Neighbors and Community Reaction
Neighbors described the victims as kind people and the neighborhood as quiet. Renee Ackridge told Telemundo 62, “It’s said. It’s really sad. To find a couple dead in the house is really sad.” Jazzmin Freeman, another resident, cried, “It’s all bad. I’m like crying so bad,” and added, “I can’t take this in our own community. They’re right there. They’re both together you know? Together they’re there. I’m sorry. I’m so sorry. I can’t believe this happened.”
Police Investigation and Domestic Dispute
While police have not yet revealed the circumstances behind the shooting, law enforcement sources told NBC10 they believe the incident was a domestic situation and that it occurred over the weekend. A person who said that the woman was a member of her family told NBC10 that she had called relatives on Sunday night saying that she and her boyfriend were fighting and she was scared for her life. Police continue to investigate.
Key Takeaways
- Man and woman shot dead in Philadelphia’s Kensington.
- Bodies found at 1:17 p.m. on Hartville Street; medics pronounced dead at 2:02 p.m.
- Police suspect a domestic dispute, with reports of a fight and fear for life.
The story is developing, and updates will follow as authorities piece together the events that led to this tragic loss of life.
