Thomas Jay Ruger, 30, was fatally wounded in a shooting in Cross Hill, South Carolina, on September 24, 2025. Family and friends remember him as a devoted father to his young daughter Isabella, someone who loved the lake life and had an obnoxiously loud but contagious laugh. He is survived by his mother Bonnie, father Rich, and brothers Nicholas and Ryan.

Authorities described the death as gun violence and an active investigation was underway in the days after the shooting. Reports at that time did not name suspects or announce arrests, and details about how the fatal encounter unfolded were limited.

Did anyone who knew Thomas or saw activity in Cross Hill around September 24 have information to share with investigators?