Robert Piffins, 53, was killed by gunfire in St. Louis on May 20, 2016. His body was found in the 4100 block of West Florissant in the northern part of the city. Family and friends remembered him as outgoing, always happy, and high-spirited; he was a father and worked as a self-employed painter and construction worker with skills in home repair.

Within weeks, investigators identified two people connected to the shooting. In June 2016, arrests were made: 30-year-old Jihad Spann was charged with first-degree murder, armed criminal action, and unlawful possession of a firearm, with bond set at $1 million cash only. 48-year-old Frank Clabon was charged with first-degree murder and armed criminal action, with bond set at $750,000 cash only.

Those who knew Robert or who might have information about the May 20 incident are asked to come forward.