Clarice D. "Reese" Somerville, a 36-year-old woman from Sharon, Pennsylvania, tragically passed away on July 12, 2020. She was known for her caring nature and devotion to her family, often spending time with her children and loved ones. Reese was born on January 25, 1984, and attended Farrell High School and Greater Mount Zion Church of God in Christ in Farrell. She enjoyed listening to music and doing hair.
The circumstances surrounding Reese's death were violent and sudden.
On the afternoon of July 12, 2020, she was found shot in a courtyard area outside her apartment on Quimby Street in Sharon. She was rushed to a local trauma center but unfortunately succumbed to her injuries. The investigation revealed that Reese was shot in the chest following an altercation.
Antwan Jones, a 20-year-old man from Campbell, Ohio, was arrested at the scene and later charged with criminal homicide and other offenses. Jones took a plea deal in connection with the shooting death of Clarice Somerville. He was held in Mercer County Jail awaiting trial.
The loss of Clarice D. Somerville deeply affected her family and friends, who remembered her as a wonderful mother, aunt, and a beloved member of the community. Her family held a homegoing celebration in her honor at Greater Mt. Zion GOGIC in Farrell, Pennsylvania, on July 21, 2020.
The case drew significant attention from local law enforcement and the community, highlighting the devastating impact of gun violence and the importance of seeking justice for victims and their families.