Death at Potomac Senior Living Facility Investigated as Homicide

An 87-year-old man was found dead at the Cogir of Potomac Senior Living Facility on Valentine's Day.

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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An 87-year-old man was found dead in a senior living facility in Potomac, Maryland on Saturday morning. What originally came in as a "code" has turned into a homicide investigation, with the Montgomery County Police Department's Major Crimes Division now involved.

Why it matters

Homicides at senior living facilities are rare but concerning, raising questions about security, resident safety, and whether the victim was specifically targeted or if this was a random act of violence.

The details

First responders were called to the Cogir of Potomac Senior Living Facility around 7:30 a.m. on Valentine's Day and found the man unresponsive inside a residence. They were unable to revive him, and evidence found at the scene led detectives to rule the death a homicide. An autopsy is pending, and the investigation is ongoing with no arrests made so far.

  • The call came in around 7:30 a.m. on Valentine's Day (February 14, 2026).
  • First responders found the man unresponsive inside a residence at the facility.

The players

Cogir of Potomac Senior Living Facility

A senior living facility located in Potomac, Maryland where the incident occurred.

Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD)

The local law enforcement agency investigating the homicide.

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What’s next

The autopsy results and further investigation by the MCPD Major Crimes Division will determine the next steps in this case.

The takeaway

This tragic incident at a senior living facility highlights the need for heightened security measures and vigilance to protect vulnerable elderly residents from potential harm, even in what are typically considered safe and secure environments.