Police Continue Phoenixville Murder Investigation

PHOENIXVILLE, PA — Phoenixville police are still investigating the homicide of a 73-year-old man found dead in his Phoenixville home the afternoon of Dec. 29 and have no news to report as the investigation continues.

Detectives from Phoenixville Police Department and the Chester County District Attorney's Office are investigating the murder of Ira Solomon. Police found Solomon at his home on 401 Dayton St. at 12:52 p.m. on Dec. 29. EMS responders pronounced the man dead at the scene, officials reported.

Phoenixville police told Patch today they are unable to provide the community any further information because the investigation is ongoing. It's been 17 days since Solomon was killed.

Law enforcement said last week they need help from the community. "If you reside in this area of town and have exterior video security cameras, please contact the police," Phoenixville police posted on Dec. 31.

According to a report from the D.A.'s office, police found the victim at 401 Dayton St. on Dec. 29 at 12:52 p.m. EMS responders pronounced Solomon dead at the scene, officials reported.

Friends of the victim who were at the residence when police arrived reported finding the back door unlocked, the D.A. reported.

Police found two 9mm spent shell casings in the kitchen, along with a miniature baseball bat near the victim’s body, the report said. Detectives also recovered the victim's cell phone.

Pennsylvania State Police Troop J assisted detectives at the scene.

Anyone with information should contact police at 610-933-1180 Ext. 815 or 816 or Chester County Detectives at 610-344-6866.