Ronny M. Del Rosario, a 24-year-old man, was fatally shot on the night of Sunday, January 30, 2022, in what became the first homicide of the year in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The incident, which also left another individual wounded, took place in the 100 block of North 10th Street.
Born in the Dominican Republic on September 28, 1997, Del Rosario's life was cut short by an act of gun violence.
The Lehigh County Coroner's Office conducted an autopsy and officially ruled his death a homicide, confirming he died from a gunshot wound.
In the immediate aftermath of the shooting, the Allentown Police Department, in conjunction with the Lehigh County District Attorney's Office and the Lehigh County Homicide Task Force, launched a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding Del Rosario's death. Officials processed the scene for evidence and appealed to the public for any information that might lead to the apprehension of those responsible.
Despite the ongoing investigation, details regarding a motive or the events leading up to the shooting have not been publicly disclosed. To date, there has been no information released about any potential suspects, and no arrests have been announced in connection with the murder of Ronny M. Del Rosario. The case remains an open and active investigation as authorities continue to seek answers and deliver justice for the victim and his family.
