Timothy Sampson Jr., a 36-year-old father, son and brother from Syracuse, New York, was shot and killed on December 1, 2022. Born and raised in Syracuse, he was described as a familiar face in his community; his sudden death intensified local concerns about gun violence. The Syracuse Police Department opened a homicide investigation to determine what happened and who was responsible.

Details about the circumstances of the shooting have been scarce, and no suspects or arrests have been publicly named as of late 2025. The case remains open and active while family and the community await answers.

Did anyone in Syracuse remember Timothy or see anything that could help investigators?