Steven Rathbun, 57, died on September 4, 2016, in Sacramento, California. Born March 3, 1959, in Sacramento, he was remembered for close family ties and many friendships; an obituary emphasized the loss felt by his community.

Local authorities concluded his death was not natural and the Sacramento Police Department opened a murder investigation. Investigators identified multiple suspects and conducted numerous interviews; an active parolee was considered a possible suspect and was monitored and questioned. The investigation involved several officers, including Christian Prince, and produced court filings describing evidence collection and procedural motions.

If anyone knew Steven, his whereabouts in 2016, or has information about the investigation, please come forward.