Jose Rosario Jr., an 18-year-old male of Hispanic ethnicity, tragically died on October 15, 2018, in Erie, Pennsylvania. He was shot early in the morning while inside his apartment on Reed Street. Rosario was with his family when he went to the back door of the apartment, where he encountered an unknown assailant or assailants. The case remains unsolved, and Erie police have not made any arrests or identified suspects.
Rosario's father, Jose Rosario Sr., has been actively seeking justice for his son. He has made numerous efforts to draw attention to the case, including social media posts, motorcycle rides through Erie neighborhoods, memorial services, lawn signs, electronic billboard postings, and distributing T-shirts with information about his son's murder. Despite these efforts, the investigation has not progressed significantly, and the case remains open.
The Erie police have received grant funding to focus on cold cases, including Rosario's murder. However, as of now, no arrests have been made, and the case continues to be a source of frustration and pain for Rosario's family. The community has also held vigils and other events to honor Rosario's memory and keep the spotlight on his unsolved murder.
In summary, the death of Jose Rosario Jr. is a tragic and unresolved case that has deeply affected his family and the Erie community. The investigation remains active, but justice for Rosario Jr. has yet to be achieved.
