Nijel Savage Smith was 19 when he was killed in Dallas, Texas, on August 10, 2015. Dallas homicide detectives investigated his death as a violent crime and opened an active homicide case.

Investigators issued a public appeal for information, but despite community vigils and local organizing to support Nijel’s family and press for answers, no arrests or suspects had been publicly named and the case remained unsolved. Police described difficulties in the probe stemming from a lack of conclusive evidence and witnesses able to pin down what happened.

The family and community continue to seek justice for Nijel and the investigation remains open. If anyone has information about Nijel Savage Smith’s death, please contact the Dallas homicide tip line.