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Philadelphia Police Name Suspect in Killing of 93-Year-Old Man

Police are offering a $20,000 reward for information leading to an arrest.

Overview

  • Investigators identified 53-year-old Coy Thomas as the suspect and are actively searching for him, citing a last known residence in Germantown.
  • Victim Lafayette Dailey, 93, was found inside his North 16th Street home on Dec. 5 with a chest wound and head trauma.
  • The Medical Examiner determined Dailey died from multiple stab wounds and ruled the case a homicide.
  • Dailey’s wallet, keys, and white Chrysler 300 were missing from the home, and police later located the vehicle.
  • Tips can be directed to the homicide unit at 215-686-3334 or 215-686-TIPS, with a $20,000 reward available for information leading to an arrest and conviction.