Javier Zuniga, 46, of Turlock, California, was found dead at the Venice Motel on North Golden State Boulevard on February 9, 2017. Turlock police responded around 4:30 p.m. for a report of an unresponsive man and found Zuniga had suffered a fatal gunshot wound. At the time officers had no suspect information and there were no immediate leads or witnesses.

Zuniga worked as a laborer in the warehouse industry and was known in his community for drawing, tattooing, and spending time with family. The investigation faced challenges from scant initial evidence, and in the years after his death there were no significant public updates about arrests or suspects connected to the killing. The Turlock Police Department has continued the inquiry.

If anyone knew Javier, was in the Venice Motel area that afternoon, or has information that could help, please contact investigators.