Karon Thomas, a 20-year-old man from Aliquippa, Pennsylvania, was fatally shot on January 23, 2021 in the 1100 block of Irwin Street in Aliquippa. The shooting prompted an investigation that resulted in the arrest of 21-year-old Rico Rodgers Jr., charged with criminal homicide and two firearms violations. Rodgers was taken into custody by Pennsylvania State Police in Homewood, Allegheny County, and was denied bail while awaiting his preliminary hearing.

The case drew attention locally as part of a string of violent incidents in the borough. Does anyone have information about Karon Thomas, his movements that day, or details that could help clarify what happened?