George Hands was 36 when he was found fatally injured and murdered in Philadelphia on July 31, 2012. He was a Black male and investigators have not announced any arrests; the case remains unsolved and open with the Philadelphia Police Department.

His death came during a year of heavy gun violence in the city: in 2012 Philadelphia recorded 331 homicides, 284 of which were reported as caused by firearms. Detectives have been asking for public help and Hands’ family continues to wait for answers and justice.

If anyone has information about George Hands or the events of July 31, 2012, please contact the Philadelphia Police Department.