David Moglen, 37, an economics professor who taught at Foothill College and Evergreen Valley College, was shot and killed on the night of July 28, 2016, while sitting in his car near Willow and First streets in San Jose. Moglen initially complied but fought with the man; as the suspect fled, Moglen chased him and was shot in the chest, dying from the wound.

Investigators identified and arrested 28-year-old Eddie Ruiz of San Jose on murder and illegal firearm use charges after eyewitness accounts, a tip, and surveillance footage linked him to the scene.

Moglen’s death deeply affected his family and the academic community where he was known for dedication to teaching and progressive economics. If anyone witnessed the incident or has information that could not yet have been shared, please come forward.