Homicide warrant issued for man, 80, in death of his wife in Northampton County

PALMER TWP., Pa. (WPVI) -- An arrest warrant has been issued for an 80-year-old man being sought in connection with his wife's shooting death.

Northampton County District Attorney John Morganelli says there is an arrest warrant out for 80-year-old Edgar Himel, charging him with homicide.

Himel is accused of shooting and killing his wife, 66-year-old Penny VanTassel-Himel.

Her body was found in their Palmer Township home over the weekend.

Himel is believed to be driving a dark green 2019 Nissan Rogue.

If you know anything about where he is, you are asked to call 911 immediately.

Man, 80, accused of killing wife in Northampton Co. Walter Perez has more on Action News at 5 p.m. on July 8, 2019.