Misael Mendoza was an 18-year-old Latino male who was shot and killed on April 15, 2007, in Los Angeles. He was walking near the intersection of Saint Louis Street and Michigan Avenue in Boyle Heights when he was struck multiple times — wounds described as just above the heart, in the hamstring, and through the back. Emergency responders pronounced him dead at the scene at 11:29 p.m.

Hollenbeck Division detectives with the LAPD have been investigating the shooting and asked the public for information, including anonymous tips. As of the latest available report, no arrests or suspects have been publicly identified and the case remains open. Mendoza’s family and community continue to mourn his loss.

If anyone has information about what happened that night or knew Misael, please contact the Hollenbeck detectives.