On a quiet Christmas Eve in Aurora, Colorado, the life of 39-year-old Ronnie Homes was tragically cut short. The day, typically filled with festive cheer, was irrevocably marred by an act of violence that left a community in shock and a family mourning an immeasurable loss.
It was around 12:30 in the afternoon on December 24, 2022, in the Tollgate Overlook neighborhood, when gunshots shattered the calm.
Police responded to the 17500 block of East Tennessee Place to find two men suffering from gunshot wounds outside a residence. One of those men was Ronnie Homes. Both he and the other victim, later identified as 38-year-old Leonard Rogers, were rushed to a nearby hospital. Despite the efforts of medical personnel, both men succumbed to their injuries a short time later.
In the wake of the shooting, the Aurora Police Department launched an investigation into the double homicide. However, details regarding a motive or any potential suspects have been scarce. Initial reports from law enforcement indicated that no arrests had been made, and as of late 2025, there have been no public announcements regarding any suspects or arrests in the case. Authorities have appealed to the public for any information that might lead to a breakthrough in the investigation.
The unexpected and violent nature of his death left friends and family reeling. His passing was publicly announced by a local funeral home, and services were held in early January of the following year, where loved ones gathered to remember a life taken too soon. The community continues to await answers, hoping for justice for Ronnie Homes and Leonard Rogers.
