Jesus Adrian Amador Jr., a 22-year-old resident of Huron, California, was found dead on March 27, 2017. Authorities described the circumstances as suspicious and determined the death was not accidental, triggering a homicide investigation led in part by the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office.

Detectives developed a case that resulted in the arrest of a 39-year-old man from Huron on charges that included first-degree murder. Prosecutors relied on a combination of witness interviews, forensic analysis and physical evidence to bring charges; the case proceeded through court where family members and friends gave emotional testimony. The proceedings ended with a conviction.

If anyone knew Jesus, saw him in Huron around March 2017, or has information relevant to the investigation, please come forward to the authorities.