Jose Ignacio Sanchez was 20 and a resident of Delano, California when he was killed on January 12, 2014. He was found with multiple gunshot wounds after an altercation that escalated into a fatal shooting. Witnesses reported hearing gunshots and seeing a vehicle speed away, details investigators used to develop leads.

Local investigators identified and questioned several suspects, and two people were arrested and charged with first-degree murder. Prosecutors relied on forensic evidence and witness testimony at trial; the jury ultimately convicted the defendants and they received lengthy prison sentences. Sanchez’s family attended hearings and sought justice throughout the case.

Anyone who knew Jose Ignacio Sanchez or has information about the events that night is asked to come forward.