Tony Smith, a 40-year-old Philadelphia resident, was killed on March 5, 2013. The slaying occurred in a neighborhood already seeing a high number of shootings that year, part of a broader pattern of violence that affected parts of the city in 2013. Smith’s murder remains unsolved and investigators continue to seek information that could lead to an arrest.

Police say community cooperation has been a barrier in cases like this, with witnesses often reluctant to come forward because of fear of retaliation. The Philadelphia Police Department has urged anyone with relevant information to use its tip lines and has increased outreach efforts, but progress toward solving cases including Smith’s has been slow. If anyone knew Tony Smith or has information about the March 5, 2013 homicide, please contact the Philadelphia Police tip line.