Brian Madera, a 22-year-old Hispanic man, was fatally shot in Philadelphia on December 5, 2021. The shooting took place just before dawn, about 4:27 a.m., outside an after-hours club called El Vacilon on the 3200 block of Front Street in Fairhill. He and his friend Angel Torres were struck when a car pulled up and opened fire as groups were leaving the club; both men were pronounced dead at Temple University Hospital. A third victim, Madera’s 21-year-old cousin, survived with serious injuries.

Police say the attack may have been a case of mistaken identity because several groups outside the club were dressed similarly in T-shirts, jeans, and baseball caps. Investigators have released images of a suspected dark blue or green SUV with a broken left tail light, dark tinted windows, and a tire missing its cover. No arrests have been announced. The City of Philadelphia has offered up to $20,000 and the Citizens Crime Commission $25,000 for information leading to an arrest and conviction.

Brian was described as close to his family, fond of travel and nights out, and worked as a truck driver. The investigation remains open; anyone with information is asked to contact the Philadelphia Police Department.