Zachary Nmn Taylor, 47, an African-American man, died in Minneapolis, Minnesota on October 2, 2008. The factual record available for that date is minimal: the death is fixed in time and place, but details about circumstances, motive, and any suspects are not provided.

What is clear from those limited facts is the human aftermath — family, friends, coworkers and neighbors left with unanswered questions and the work of remembrance.

If anyone knew Zachary, saw him on or around October 2, 2008, or has information about his death, please come forward and share what you know with authorities.