Mauricio Oviedo, 19, was shot and killed on January 5, 2017, on Burning Tree Drive in southwestern Houston. The case remained unsolved for some time and investigators faced a lack of immediate witnesses and few substantial leads, hampering the Houston Police Department’s efforts.

Oviedo’s death joined many other unresolved homicides in the city, underscoring ongoing challenges posed by violent crime in Houston. Authorities said they continued to work on the investigation and to use available resources to try to bring answers for his family and friends.

If anyone has information about Mauricio, his movements that day, or the area around Burning Tree Drive on January 5, 2017, please contact the Houston Police Department.