Desirree Diane Haro was 15 when she was shot in the head while standing in an alley in Harbor City, Los Angeles, on July 1, 2003. The shooting happened late at night; she was transported to a hospital and died of a gunshot wound, according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner.

Investigators treated the attack as suspected gang-related. Witnesses said a car drove by and sprayed the alley with gunfire while Desirree and friends were standing there. Despite LAPD efforts and rewards offered for information leading to an arrest and conviction, no arrests or significant breakthroughs have been reported, and the case remains unsolved.

Desirree’s mother, Teresa Haro, and the family have kept the case in public view through campaigns, gatherings, and appeals for information. Fear of retaliation and a lack of willing witnesses are cited as major obstacles. If anyone knew Desirree or has information about the shooting, please come forward to assist the investigation.