Homicide investigation underway after man found dead outside Cherry Hill home: officials
CHERRY HILL, N.J. - The death of a local veterinarian is now being investigated as a homicide, according to the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office.
Dr. Michael Anthony, the owner of Haddon Vet, was found dead outside a home on Sharrowvalle Road in Cherry Hill Tuesday morning.
Neighbors said they heard a scream before several police crews converged on the typically quiet neighborhood.
"It's shocking because it’s a great neighborhood. Never had anything like this happen before," said Chris Shelton.
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Police had the area taped off for several hours as they searched the home and canvassed the surrounding neighborhood.
On Wednesday, officials confirmed they are currently investigating his death as a homicide, but did not provide further details.
FOX 29's Jennifer Lee stopped by the 45-year-old veterinarian's clinic as the staff grieve the loss of their boss.