David Tate, 28, of Erie, Pennsylvania, was killed on June 29, 2017, during an attempted robbery that turned into deadly gunfire. Tate and a friend, Rashaad Jones, were ambushed by four people who conspired to rob them; Tate was fatally shot and Jones survived after being shot six times.

The suspects named in the case are Jalen Reynolds, Taisha Santiago, David Dalton, and Lashonta Dade. Reynolds and Santiago were convicted of second-degree murder and given life sentences without parole. Dalton pleaded guilty to third-degree murder and aggravated assault and was sentenced to 30–60 years. Dade testified at Reynolds and Santiago’s trial and has not faced charges.

Tate was a Strong Vincent High School football standout, held a Bachelor’s Degree in Business from Allegheny College, was a Certified Personal Trainer, and a lifetime member of First Good Samaritan A.M.E., where he volunteered on boards and committees. He was described as devoted to family, especially his sister Deairra, for whom he acted as a father figure.