Miguel Angel Reyes was 14 when he was shot and killed on January 21, 2006, in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles. The Los Angeles County coroner’s records list the cause of death as a gunshot wound. The neighborhood where the shooting occurred is described as one with challenges from gang violence and crime that put young people at risk.

The Los Angeles Police Department opened an investigation but no immediate arrests or suspects were publicly identified. Progress was hindered by witness reluctance to come forward because of fear of retaliation, and detectives worked to gather evidence and reconstruct the events leading to the shooting.

Miguel’s death drew community attention and calls for greater efforts to curb violence and protect youth. If anyone knew Miguel, was in Boyle Heights on January 21, 2006, or has information about the shooting, please share what is known.