Esmeralda Perez was 22 when she was fatally shot on May 22, 2000, in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles. Coroner’s records list multiple gunshot wounds as the cause of death and the shooting was immediate and lethal.

The Los Angeles Police Department investigated, conducting interviews and following leads, but no arrests were made and no suspects were publicly identified. Family members have pushed for answers through media appeals and community vigils, and advocacy groups have since supported efforts around the case. The investigation remains open and law enforcement continues to seek information.

If anyone knew Esmeralda, saw activity in Boyle Heights on May 22, 2000, or has information that could help, please come forward.