Thomas Harker Jr., 55, was shot and killed near Alma, Colorado, on the night of November 10, 2025. Park County deputies say they were called at about 8:15 p.m. after a man reported he had just shot someone. Responding officers found Harker suffering from gunshot wounds and attempts at lifesaving measures were unsuccessful; he died at the scene.

The caller, 35-year-old Benjamin Rector, remained at the scene and was taken into custody. Deputies reported Rector appeared visibly shaken, smelled of alcohol, and was wearing an empty gun holster. Inside the residence, Harker was found motionless on the floor with a gunshot wound to his chest.

Investigators described a volatile dispute between roommates. Harker had been living with Rector for about a month without a formal lease. Rector returned from a trip to find the home in disarray and told deputies Harker had sent disturbing messages, refused to leave and allegedly threatened him. Rector told 911 he shot Harker after the man came at him with knives.

If anyone knew Harker, Rector, their living situation in Alma, or saw activity near that property on November 10, 2025, please share what you know.