Michael Echaniz, a 23-year-old teacher and basketball coach of Hispanic ethnicity, was shot and killed on March 10, 2022, in San Antonio, Texas. He was leaving his apartment for his job at Great Hearts Forest Heights at about 7 a.m. when the attack occurred; Echaniz was pronounced dead at the scene.

Authorities say the investigation led to the arrest of 25-year-old Matthew Wiessing, who had a prior relationship with Echaniz’s girlfriend and was believed to have been motivated by jealousy. Police allege Wiessing shot Echaniz at close range and then fled; a family member later provided information that contributed to the arrest. Court filings indicate Wiessing expressed remorse and apologized to the victim’s family.

Echaniz’s family, friends and students remember him for his ever-present smile, boundless enthusiasm and compassion. Does anyone who knew Michael or his movements that morning have information that could still help clarify what happened?