Authorities Say 34-Year-Old Fitness Instructor Jacob Zieben-Hood Died From Multiple Stab Wounds

The fatal stabbing of a Harlem man whose body was discovered inside his apartment in August has been officially ruled a homicide, the New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner confirmed Friday.

The victim, 34-year-old fitness instructor Jacob Zieben-Hood , died from “multiple blunt and sharp force injuries” to his legs and other parts of his body, according to the medical examiner’s report. The office also cited “acute alcohol and lorazepam intoxication” and chronic alcohol use as contributing factors.

Zieben-Hood was found dead in the bathroom of his apartment on August 1. Police said his husband, Donald Zieben-Hood , a 40-year-old model, discovered the body and called authorities.

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