Jose Guadalupe Barragan was 18 and a resident of Greenfield, California, when he was killed in a drive-by shooting on May 9, 2012. Born March 26, 1994, in Jalisco, Mexico, his death prompted a multiagency investigation and deep community mourning.

Authorities charged two men in connection with the killing: 21-year-old Jason Chavez of Salinas and 19-year-old Saul Gonzalez, Jr. The case was linked in reporting to issues of gang violence and drew attention as legal proceedings moved forward.

Memorials were held and the community rallied around Jose’s family. If anyone knew Jose, saw activity around Greenfield on or shortly after May 9, 2012, or has information about the shooting, please come forward.