A tragic night of violence unfolded in Gates, New York, on April 25, 2015, resulting in the death of 37-year-old Ricky C. Jones and injuries to six other individuals. The incident occurred at a local pub, where a dispute escalated into a deadly shooting.
The man responsible for the shooting was identified as David Alligood. Following the incident, Alligood was apprehended by law enforcement. The legal process culminated in his conviction for the murder of Ricky C.
Jones.
In May 2016, a jury found David Alligood guilty of second-degree murder for his role in the fatal shooting. This conviction brought a measure of justice for the family and friends of Ricky C. Jones and the other victims of the senseless act of violence that cut a life short and left a community in mourning.
