Jonathan Denzel Smith was 20 when he was shot to death in Buffalo on July 13, 2014. He was found with multiple gunshot wounds, which caused his death.

The Buffalo Police Department opened an investigation, interviewed several people and identified a number of key suspects based on witness testimony and evidence recovered at the scene. Neighbors reported hearing the gunshots and investigators reviewed nearby surveillance footage to try to identify those responsible. No arrests were made in the immediate aftermath and the case remained open as detectives pursued leads.

Smith’s family has continued seeking answers and working with community groups to keep his memory alive. If anyone has information about Jonathan’s shooting or the people seen in the area that night, please share what you know.