Philadelphia, PA – After a decade of investigation, a Philadelphia man has been charged in connection with a 2013 home invasion, murder, and rape in Hilltown Township. Thomas Delgado, 50, faces a total of 28 felony charges, including homicide, kidnapping, and sexual assault in the brutal crime that occurred ten years ago.
The victim, Joseph Canazaro, a 48-year-old father of two, was tragically murdered during the invasion, while his girlfriend was sexually assaulted before the suspects fled the scene in a stolen truck. For years, investigators were baffled by the case, but recent DNA testing led to the arrest of Delgado in connection with the heinous crimes.
Authorities believe that Canazaro was specifically targeted, as phone records appear to connect the victim and the defendant two years prior to the deadly home invasion. The investigation also revealed that Delgado was one of two masked men who invaded the Swartley Road home, armed with handguns, and bound their victims with zip ties.
After years of relentless work on the case, a breakthrough came when detectives revisited the stolen pickup truck in 2019 and found items matching the description provided by the girlfriend, which led to a DNA match with Thomas Delgado. Furthermore, phone records showed multiple calls between Canazaro and a phone number associated with Delgado in 2011, adding to the mounting evidence against the suspect.
The brutal nature of the crimes and the decade-long pursuit for justice have left the community in shock, and the second suspect in the home invasion remains at large. This case serves as a harrowing reminder of the impact of violent crimes, and the importance of perseverance in seeking justice for the victims and their loved ones.
In the years leading up to his tragic death, Canazaro had faced financial challenges, including millions of dollars in debt owed to various casinos and a bankruptcy filing. The evidence against Delgado and the relentless efforts of investigators reflect a vital step towards justice for the victims and closure for their families. The arrest represents a significant development in an unsolved case that has haunted the community for a decade.
As the legal proceedings unfold, the community eagerly awaits the opportunity for closure and justice for Joseph Canazaro and his loved ones.
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