Angel Sammy Ramirez was 21 when he was fatally shot in Norwalk, California, on February 10, 2001. Los Angeles County coroner’s records list his death as a homicide; the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department handled the investigation.

Reports state the shooting happened on a Saturday, but specific circumstances of the incident — including motive and any suspect information — were not made clear in the immediate aftermath. Family and friends remember Ramirez and have expressed the loss his death caused the community.

Investigators continued to follow leads over the years, but the case has faced obstacles such as scarce reliable witness testimony and the passage of time. No significant arrests or charges have been reported.

If anyone knew Angel Sammy Ramirez, witnessed the shooting, or has information that could help the investigation, please come forward.