Joel Torres, 36, was found dead in his San Antonio residence on May 5, 2008, after neighbors reported not seeing him for several days. Officers conducting a welfare check discovered Torres with multiple stab wounds; the scene showed signs of a struggle and no indication of forced entry, leading investigators to conclude he may have known his assailant. Authorities say Torres had been involved in a dispute with known individuals before his death.

The San Antonio Police Department’s Homicide Division took over the investigation, conducting interviews and gathering evidence, but the case remained unsolved. Detectives have periodically reviewed evidence and followed up leads while urging anyone with information to come forward. If anyone knew Joel, his associates, or saw anything around his residence in early May 2008, please contact investigators with information that could help bring justice.