Man's suspicious death in Nashua ruled a homicide

NASHUA, N.H. — The man who was found dead inside his Nashua home died from a single gunshot wound, New Hampshire authorities announced Monday.

David Smith, 49, was found dead inside the 19 Buck Street address around midnight July 8, according to the state's attorney general. Authorities were initially investigating the death as suspicious.

After an autopsy Monday by the chief medical examiner, Jennie Duval, Smith's death was ruled a homicide, the state's attorney general and Nashua Police announced.

A 911 call was made from Smith's roommate, who found Smith dead inside the house.

Police have been canvassing the area and looking through surveillance video from surrounding buildings, looking into the possibility of foul play.

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"The victim was always a quiet guy he was always shy - he was always going to Pine St. and as far as I know he has never done anything," said Daniel Wylie, of Nashua.

Officials said the investigation into Smith's death is active and they are asking anyone who had contact with him on July 8 or has information to contact Lt.Craig Allard at 603-594-3500. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to the Nashua Crime Line at 603-589-1665.

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