Nathaniel Brown, 23, was fatally shot on August 31, 2013, in Oakland, California. His death is described as part of a wave of gun violence that affected young men in the city during that period, with neighborhoods impacted by gang activity seeing a disproportionate share of the homicides.

The account notes that investigations in many similar cases faced challenges: stretched law enforcement resources and difficulty obtaining witness cooperation, leaving numerous homicides open or cold. Brown’s family is among those still seeking justice and closure.

If anyone has information about Nathaniel Brown’s shooting or remembers events from August 31, 2013, please come forward and share what you know.