A decomposing man was found on June 3 at a Longwood, Bronx apartment with a knife lodged in his chest , prompting detectives to label his roommate a person of interest. Construction workers first spotted the body through a window after a tenant asked them to check on a noisy neighbor.

June 3 discovery on Longfellow Avenue triggers homicide probe

Police say the victim was located at approximately 1:44 p.m. in a two‑story building on the 1000 block of Longfellow Avenue.. the scene was described as an “advanced state of decomposition,” and emergency responders confirmed the man was deceased.

Roommate described as strong person of interest

Investigators released a description of the roommate: a male last seen wearing a black shirt, dark pants and sneakers.. Neighbors reported frequent loud arguments in the weeks before the body was found, adding weight to the roommate’s suspected involvement.

Construction workers’ accidental witness role

According to police sources, renovation crews were summoned by a tenant to look into the neighbor’s unit.. Peering through a window, the workers saw the victim lying on a bed with the knife still embedded, prompting the NYPD to enter the apartment.

Unidentified victim and ongoing search

Authorities have not yet released the victim’s age or identity, and no arrests have been made. The Bronx Homicide Squad continues to solicit tips, urging anyone with information to call Crime Stoppers or submit online.

Who was the missing roommate?

The investigation still lacks concrete details about the roommate’s whereabouts after the discovery. Police have not confirmed whether the individual fled the scene or is hiding nearby,leaving a critical gap in the case.