Steven Cardenas was killed in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on July 15, 2017. Reports state he was beaten to death, likely with a blunt object, in a violent attack that investigators describe as brutal.

The case remains unsolved. No suspects have been definitively charged, and investigators cite a lack of conclusive evidence and witnesses as obstacles to progress. Albuquerque’s Cold Case Unit continues to review cases like his in hopes that new information or technology might help.

If anyone has information about Steven’s last known movements, the attack, or anyone seen in the area on July 15, 2017, please contact the Albuquerque authorities. What details could help move this case forward?