Danny Christopher Thomas was 17 and a student at Washington Union High School when he died on April 18, 2015, in Fresno, California. He was found with fatal injuries and his death was ruled a homicide.

Police say Danny was involved in an altercation with a group of individuals on the night he died; the confrontation escalated and resulted in his fatal injuries. An investigation involving multiple law enforcement agencies followed, and several suspects were identified, questioned and later arrested on charges that ranged from assault to murder. Prosecutors relied on forensic evidence and witness testimony during the court cases, which produced convictions for those involved.

Danny’s family and the Fresno community reacted strongly to the loss, attending hearings and pressing for justice. His death prompted renewed local attention to youth violence and efforts to support at-risk young people.

If anyone knew Danny, witnessed the altercation, or has information that wasn’t shared with investigators, please come forward.