Rendell Joseph Dixon, a 29-year-old male from Wilkes-Barre, PA, tragically lost his life on November 11, 2020. Dixon was killed during a shooting at the Holiday Inn East Mountain in Plains Township, where he was working on a music video recording session. The incident occurred around 12:30 a.m. when a hooded gunman entered the room and opened fire, resulting in Dixon's death and injuries to two others.
The Luzerne County Coroner's Office determined that Dixon died from a gunshot wound, and his death was classified as a homicide. Dixon was found outside on the balcony, covered in blood and showing no signs of life. Another victim, Linroy Linton, 29, of Wilkes-Barre, was shot in both forearms and the chest and was taken to Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center. A woman with a gunshot wound to the head was also found and taken to the hospital in critical condition.
The investigation into Dixon's death involved multiple law enforcement agencies, including the Plains Township Police Department, the Pennsylvania State Police, and the Luzerne County District Attorney's Office. Despite the extensive investigation, no suspects have been publicly identified, and no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting. The case remains open, and authorities continue to search for answers.
Dixon's brother, Robert Dixon, described him as an innocent victim who was simply hired to shoot the music video and had no prior knowledge of the individuals involved in the incident. Dixon was a father to five daughters and was working to pursue his dreams and leave his past mistakes behind.
The tragic loss of Rendell Joseph Dixon has left a lasting impact on his family and community, and the search for justice continues as law enforcement agencies work to solve this case.
