John Cooke, an 18-year-old resident of Long Beach, California, was shot and killed on May 13, 2006. The shooting took place in a residential neighborhood; neighbors heard gunfire and called authorities. Emergency responders found John with multiple gunshot wounds and he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Investigators described the attack as appearing targeted and concluded the shooter fled in a suspicious vehicle that witnesses saw speeding away. The assailant’s identity was unknown at the time and the case went cold for a period due to lack of leads. John’s family and friends held vigils and worked with community groups to keep the case visible while investigators continued to pursue new information.

Anyone who knew John, saw the suspicious vehicle that night, or has information that could help the investigation is asked to come forward.