Rhonda Glover, 33, of Erie, Pennsylvania, was fatally shot on November 17, 2021 while sitting in a car in the 600 block of East 13th Street. A mother of six, her death devastated family and friends and became a high-profile homicide investigation for local authorities.

Investigators developed a case involving multiple people. Rhonda’s boyfriend, Tariq Sheppard, testified that they were being followed by another vehicle when the shooting occurred. The accused shooter, Darryl Gates, was driven to the scene by Aiyanna Atkinson, who was the ex-girlfriend of Glover’s boyfriend. Javon Cason was also implicated in the plot.

Reports say Gates was convicted of first-degree murder and Cason of second-degree murder and conspiracy; both received life terms without parole. Atkinson cooperated with authorities and was awaiting sentencing. The family has said the convictions bring relief but cannot replace Rhonda. Does anyone have information about Rhonda’s life in Erie or memories to share that might help preserve her story?