Robert Frank Solo, 67, was shot and killed in Avoca, Pennsylvania, on the evening of January 11, 2025. Authorities have ruled the death a homicide, but investigators have released few specifics about where in Avoca the shooting occurred, what led up to it, or any possible motive.

Solo was on parole for a firearm offense at the time of his death, a fact mentioned by officials; authorities have not said whether that history is related to the killing. The Luzerne County District Attorney’s Office and the Avoca Police Department are handling the investigation. No suspects have been publicly identified and no arrests have been announced.

If anyone in Avoca or nearby Pittston saw or heard anything the evening of January 11, or has information about Solo’s movements or contacts, please come forward to investigators.