Kareem Samuel was 27 when he was shot and killed in Baltimore, Maryland on June 3, 2016. The death was officially ruled a homicide and was investigated by the Baltimore Police Department. Early in the inquiry detectives struggled to identify those responsible, and police made a public appeal for information to help move the case forward.

The investigation later produced developments that included identifying potential suspects. Arrests were made and the individuals taken into custody were brought into court for trial, following multiple hearings and presentation of evidence. The case drew attention for its legal complexity and for what Samuel’s death says about ongoing gun violence in the city.

If anyone knew Kareem Samuel or has information about the shooting, please share what might help the ongoing pursuit of justice.