Manuel Mendez, 33, was shot and killed on July 2, 2007, in San Francisco’s Mission District. He was found with multiple gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene. Little information about suspects or a possible motive has been made public, and the investigation is described as murky with few witnesses or physical leads.

Mendez’s death remains an unsolved homicide and part of a broader backlog of cases in the city. Authorities have urged anyone with information to come forward but report that the lack of witnesses and evidence has hindered progress. If anyone knew Manuel, saw activity in the Mission District that night, or has information that could help, please share what you know with investigators.