Hakeem Knox was 21 when he was found in New Orleans’ Sixth District on October 4, 2012, having sustained multiple gunshot wounds. Emergency responders pronounced him dead at the scene. The New Orleans Police Department opened a homicide investigation, but the circumstances surrounding the shooting and a motive have not been publicly established.

Investigators say there have been no public identifications of suspects and the case remains open. Detectives have appealed to the community for any witnesses or anyone with information to come forward, stressing that even small details could help bring those responsible to justice and provide answers to Knox’s family and friends.

If anyone knew Hakeem, saw activity in the Sixth District on October 4, 2012, or has information about this shooting, please contact the investigating authorities.