Jose Rojas Martinez was a 17-year-old Hispanic male who was killed in Charlotte, North Carolina, on September 10, 2006. He was found in a residential area with multiple gunshot wounds. Investigators described the incident as likely gang-related and said Jose had been associated with local gang activities.

Within weeks, three people were arrested in connection with the killing. The primary suspect, Marcus Johnson, then 19, was charged with first-degree murder. Two other suspects, both 18 and Hispanic, were charged with accessory to murder. Arrests were reported to be based on eyewitness testimony and forensic evidence collected at the scene.

Witness intimidation and concerns about gang retaliation were reported as obstacles during the investigation. Jose’s family later became active in advocating for anti-gang measures and set up a foundation in his memory to help at-risk youth.

If anyone knew Jose, his movements that night, or has information about the killing, please share what is known.