Isaiah Deshawn Brutus, 29, was shot and killed in San Bernardino, California, on May 26, 2012. He was found after a disturbance call in the driveway of a residence on East San Jacinto Street. Police describe him as an innocent bystander caught in crossfire between two vehicles involved in a hit-and-run that escalated into a gun battle and cost him his life.

The killing was recorded as the city’s 20th homicide of 2012 amid a surge in violent crime. Investigators reported difficulties identifying the shooters, citing limited cooperation from witnesses. Brutus had prior arrests in San Bernardino County for parole violations and other charges, but authorities said those records were unrelated to the circumstances of his death.

Anyone who was in the East San Jacinto Street area on May 26, 2012, or who has information about the hit-and-run or the shooting is asked to come forward.