Roy Daniels died in the explosion at his home in the 100 block of Juniata Parkway East in Howe Township early Wednesday, Sept. 30, according to the Perry County Coroner's Office.
Daniels was the sole occupant of the home.
Pennsylvania State Police were dispatched to the property at approximately 5:30 a.m. for a report of a house explosion.
The coroner's office was later called to the scene for one person, and Daniels' body was recovered from the debris.
An autopsy determined Daniels died from blunt force injuries, according to the coroner.
State police remained at the property investigating the death and the cause of the explosion throughout Wednesday. Police said there was no threat to the public.
PennDOT crews were also called in to clear debris near the railway following the explosion, according to Trooper First Class Megan Frazer.
The cause of the explosion remains under investigation.
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