Richard Gomez Jr, a 20-year-old Latino male, was fatally shot on January 4, 2002, in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles, according to Los Angeles County coroner’s records. The shooting occurred in a neighborhood described in the text as having challenges with gang violence and crime. The Los Angeles Police Department took charge of the investigation.

Investigators faced obstacles including a lack of witnesses willing to come forward. Over the years several suspects were considered, some people were arrested and questioned, and multiple interviews and follow-ups were conducted, but the case remained unsolved for a significant period and Richard’s family was left without closure.

Anyone who knew Richard, was present in Boyle Heights around January 4, 2002, or has information about the shooting is asked to come forward with what they know.