In the spring of 2021, the life of Troy Coward, a 28-year-old man from Philadelphia, was tragically cut short. On May 24, 2021, he was killed in the 300 block of East Indiana Avenue. His death was one of 46 homicides recorded in the city that month, a period of significant gun violence in Philadelphia.
Born and raised in Philadelphia, Troy was a decorated veteran of the U.S. Navy, having served as a rescue diver.
After his military service, he returned to his hometown to pursue a degree in Electrical Engineering at the Community College of Philadelphia, with just one semester left before graduation. He was a father to three young daughters.
Details surrounding the circumstances of Troy Coward's death have not been publicly released. Information regarding any potential suspects or arrests in connection with his murder has not been made available. The investigation into his death remains one of many unsolved homicides that occurred in Philadelphia in 2021. His family and friends remember him for his big smile and his dedication to his children and his country.
