Aaron Cabrera, a 30-year-old Hispanic man from Ludlow who was born in Springfield on April 22, 1994, was fatally shot on the night of Tuesday, May 21, 2024, on Fort Pleasant Avenue in Springfield. He was taken to Baystate Medical Center, where he died of his wounds. The Hampden County District Attorney’s office confirmed his identity.

Family and friends remember Aaron as a vibrant, loyal person with courage and an infectious laugh, someone who cared deeply for the people around him. As of late May 2024 the investigation remained active and authorities had not released information about suspects or arrests.

If anyone knew Aaron, saw activity on Fort Pleasant Avenue that night, or has information that could help the ongoing investigation, please come forward to investigators.