Philadelphia police investigate arson, possible homicide after massive residential fire
At the scene, officials quickly realized this was an "all-hands-on-deck" situation.
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Philadelphia police are investigating an arson and possible homicide that took place Saturday.
The blaze broke out in a three-story rowhome just after 11:30 a.m. on the 5400 block of Vine Street.
Officials say while police officers were on patrol in the area, they were flagged down to help with a house fire.
At the scene, officials quickly realized this was an "all-hands-on-deck" situation.
Once the flames were extinguished, Philadelphia Fire Department officials located a 66-year-old man on the first floor.
The man was pronounced dead at the scene. There is no word yet on his identity.
Two other residents of the building were displaced due to the fire.
Officials have ruled this case as an arson. They are also investigating for a possible homicide.
