Suspect charged with manslaughter in deadly assault of elderly man in Fells Point

BALTIMORE -- A man was arrested for the deadly attack on an elderly man on Saturday in Fells Point.

Timothy Clinedinst, 43, was taken into custody on Monday in Dundalk before being transferred to Baltimore Police Headquarters.

Clinedinst has been charged with manslaughter in the death of 74-year-old David Philpot, who was assaulted in the 1700 block of Eastern Avenue. Philpot was pronounced dead at the hospital.

Police previously shared photos, asking the public if they recognized the suspected attacker.

Baltimore City Councilman Zeke Cohen commented on the arrest in a social media post.  

"In the aggravated assault of David Philpot, a person of interest has been identified and is being transported from Baltimore County to Baltimore City. I am grateful to Baltimore City and County police for the coordination," Cohen said. "The Fells Point community has been devastated by this heinous crime. We will work with law enforcement, community, the SAO and the victim's family to make sure justice is fully served."