Rose Goodman, an 80-year-old Black woman, was found dead in her Philadelphia home on the evening of September 7, 2023. Family members, who had grown concerned after not hearing from her, contacted police; Philadelphia Fire Department medics located Ms. Goodman unresponsive in her front bedroom at about 9:49 p.m. with a gunshot wound to the chest. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

Investigators say an intruder entered the house by breaking a basement window. Despite the violent entry and shooting, nothing appeared to have been taken from the residence, leaving motive unclear. Ms. Goodman had lived on the 5700 block of Broomall Street for roughly 40 to 50 years, was a mother of three and grandmother of seven, and was remembered by family as a kind, community-minded Christian who enjoyed playing pinochle.

The Philadelphia Police Department is asking the public for any information; a $20,000 reward is offered for tips that lead to an arrest and conviction. If anyone knew Rose, saw unusual activity near her home on September 7, or has information that could help, please contact investigators.