Ronald Pleasant, a 31-year-old male from Canton, Ohio, tragically passed away on July 21, 2020. His death was part of a violent night in Canton where multiple shootings occurred. Ronald was shot and killed outside a home on Louisiana Avenue NW. The incident also resulted in injuries to a 21-year-old man who was treated at a nearby hospital.
Steven Rogers, a 28-year-old from Massillon, was arrested and charged with murder in connection with Ronald Pleasant's death.
Rogers was also charged with shooting a 21-year-old in the leg during the same incident. Despite the arrest, the investigation into Ronald Pleasant's death remains ongoing, as police continue to search for additional suspects involved in the other shootings that occurred that night.
The Canton police have not yet solved all the cases from that tragic night, and the families of the victims are still seeking answers and justice. The community continues to be affected by the loss and the unresolved nature of the case.
Ronald Pleasant is remembered by his family and friends as a beloved individual who left behind a wife and several children. His death has left a significant impact on those who knew him, and the community continues to hope for closure and justice for all the victims of that night.
