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Man found dead in Dallas house after neighbor noticed unusual smell, police say

A neighbor told police that he smelled an unusual odor coming from the location.
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DALLAS — A murder investigation is underway after a man was found dead Thursday morning inside his Oak Lawn home. 

Dallas police said they were called on a welfare check at 10 a.m. at 2132 Lucas Drive, near Harry Hines Boulevard. A neighbor told police that he smelled an unusual odor coming from the location.

Dallas Fire-Rescue responded to the scene and found 47-year-old Andy Longoria dead inside. 

Police have not released many details but said homicide detectives are investigating Longoria's death as a capital murder. 

Anyone with information can contact Det. Jake Morgan at 214-671-3630 or at jake.morgan@dallascityhall.com.

Crime Stoppers is offering up to $5,000 for tips leading to the arrest and indictment in the case. Call Crime Stoppers at 214-373-8477. 

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