Michael Wayne Rosa, a 42-year-old White/Caucasian male, was fatally shot on the night of May 19, 2014, at his residence on Main Street in Itta Bena, Mississippi. Residing with his mother, Rosa was met with gunfire after answering a knock at his front door. The Leflore County Coroner, Debra Sanders, confirmed that Rosa succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
The subsequent investigation revealed that the bullets that struck Rosa originated from two different handguns, leading authorities
to believe that more than one individual was involved in the shooting. Despite the efforts of law enforcement, the case has grown cold. A lack of witnesses and substantial evidence has created a significant hurdle for investigators, and the case has reached a standstill.
To date, no arrests have been made in connection with the murder of Michael Rosa, and no suspects have been publicly identified. The circumstances surrounding his death remain a mystery that has left the community in mourning. The investigation into his death is still considered open, and authorities continue to appeal to the public for any information that might lead to a breakthrough in the case.