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Camden Detectives Seek Leads in Possible Deadly Assault
Authorities investigate death of 51-year-old Thomas Haas Jr. after medical examiner rules it a homicide.
Apr. 14, 2026 at 4:03pm
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Damaged evidence from a violent crime scene exposes the gritty realities of unsolved cases in Camden.Camden TodayCamden County prosecutors are seeking the public's help in investigating the possible deadly assault of 51-year-old Thomas Haas Jr. Haas was found unconscious on the ground on April 6, 2026, and later died from blunt torso trauma. Detectives have surveillance video of Haas walking around the city moments before he was discovered, but have not been able to locate footage of an actual assault or crime scene.
Why it matters
Violent crimes and unsolved homicides are a major concern in Camden, which has historically struggled with high rates of poverty and crime. This case highlights the challenges law enforcement faces in gathering evidence and identifying suspects, especially when there are no clear witnesses or crime scene details.
The details
On April 6, 2026, first responders were called to the 500 block of Clinton Street in Camden after receiving reports of an unconscious man on the ground. The man was identified as Thomas Haas Jr., 51, who was taken to a hospital where he later died. The medical examiner determined Haas' cause of death to be blunt torso trauma and ruled it a homicide. Detectives found surveillance video of Haas walking around the city shortly before he was found, but have not been able to locate any footage of an actual assault or crime scene.
- On Monday, April 6, 2026, first responders arrived at the 500 block of Clinton Street in Camden around 3:05 p.m.
- Haas was found unconscious on the ground and taken to a hospital, where he died shortly after.
The players
Thomas Haas Jr.
A 51-year-old man who was found unconscious on the ground in Camden and later died from blunt torso trauma, which the medical examiner ruled a homicide.
Camden County Prosecutor's Office
The local law enforcement agency investigating Haas' death and seeking the public's help in gathering information about the incident.
Detective Luis Sibaja Jr.
A detective with the Camden County Prosecutor's Office Homicide Unit who is asking the public to come forward with any information related to Haas' death.
Detective Matthew Blantz
A detective with the Camden County Police Department who is also seeking the public's assistance in this investigation.
What’s next
Detectives are urging anyone who may have seen Haas in the days leading up to his death to come forward with information that could help solve the case.
The takeaway
This tragic incident highlights the ongoing challenges Camden faces in addressing violent crime and the importance of community cooperation with law enforcement to help solve unsolved cases and bring closure to victims' families.
