Miguel Valdes, 24, was found dead in Miami, Florida, on July 26, 2015. Authorities described the circumstances as suspicious and treated the case as a potential homicide after discovering that he had suffered multiple injuries consistent with foul play.

The Miami Police Department opened a full investigation, conducting interviews with friends, family and possible witnesses. Investigators examined known associates and individuals with histories of violent behavior and explored the possibility of gang-related involvement because of the nature of the injuries. Months of work produced few reliable leads until a key witness provided information that linked a suspect to the scene and led to an arrest.

Reports say the case went to trial; the jury found the defendant guilty of murder. The conviction offered some measure of closure to Valdes’s family, though the loss of a 24-year-old remains tragic. If anyone knew Miguel, saw him in Miami around July 2015, or has information about his last days, please share what was seen or heard.