The following information is preliminary and subject to change. Updates will be provided as they become available.

The Philadelphia Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a suspicious death after a man’s body was discovered inside a suitcase on Friday morning.

At approximately 9:25 AM, officers from the 25th District responded to a call on the 600 block of East Hilton Street. Upon arrival, police located an adult male inside a suitcase. Emergency medical personnel arrived shortly after and pronounced the male deceased at 9:27 AM.

At this time, a motive has not been established, and the cause of death remains undetermined. The investigation is active and ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Philadelphia Police Department Homicide Unit at 215-686-3334 or leave an anonymous tip at 215-686-TIPS.