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Erik Ray Thomas Jr.

Case from Pittsburgh, PA dated Aug 02, 2021

Victim Details

Erik Ray Thomas Jr.

Male

Black / African American

Pittsburgh

PA

2021-08-02

20

Erik

Ray Thomas Jr.

06/25/2026

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Erik Ray Thomas Jr., a 20-year-old male of African American ethnicity, tragically lost his life on August 2, 2021, in Pittsburgh, PA. He was found shot to death inside a vehicle on Monticello Street in the Homewood neighborhood. The incident was sudden and unexpected, leaving his family and community in deep mourning.

Following Erik's death, the Pittsburgh Police Fugitive Task Force swiftly took action. On August 11, 2021, they arrested 21-year-old Roemon Howard of Export, PA, in connecti ...
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  • TribLIVE.com: Export man, 21, arrested in connection with Aug. 2 Homewood shooting
  • WTAE: Police make arrest in fatal Homewood North shooting
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    I'm so saddened by the loss of Erik, and my heart goes out to his family and friends. From what I've... ...Read More
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    Just found myself thinking about the community response after Erik’s tragic passing. It's truly to... ...Read More
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