Thomas Lareef Burton Jr. was a 23-year-old father and Chester High School graduate (class of 2000) who was shot and killed in Chester, Pennsylvania, on September 4, 2004. He was born and raised in the area and left behind a daughter.

The specific location, the events leading up to the shooting, and any possible motive are not disclosed. Law enforcement has not announced any arrests or identified suspects or persons of interest, and no investigative breakthroughs are public.

The absence of detail has left the family and community without answers. If anyone knew Thomas, was in Chester that night, or has information about the shooting, please come forward and share what you know.