Man killed outside West Philly home as wife heard fatal gunshots
Man shot, killed outside West Philadelphia
Philadelphia police are investigating after a man was shot to death outside his home in West Philadelphia.
PHILADELPHIA - A husband and wife were at home in West Philadelphia late Sunday night when tragedy struck right outside their door.
What we know:
A 48-year-old man was found shot to death in the backyard of his home on the 900 block of North 47th Street around 11:20 p.m.
Moments after he stepped outside, police say his wife heard several gunshots.
He suffered gunshot wounds to the head, and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Seven shell casings and two live rounds were recovered from the scene.
What we know:
The motive is still unknown. No arrests have been made, no weapons have been recovered, and no suspect descriptions have been released.
The victim's identity has also yet to be released.
Police are checking cameras in the area to help gather any evidence.
The Source: Information from this article was provided by the Philadelphia Police Department.