Holmond had multiple stab wounds to the back and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police say the victim lived in the apartment with his brother and other relatives.
The brother reportedly left the apartment with his wife, and when he came back, he found his brother dead.
The door was ajar, but there were no signs of forced entry.
No arrests were immediately made.
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