John Armijo, 47, of Tacoma was found dead the morning of April 8, 2023, next to a tent near SR-512 in Parkland. Detectives believe he was shot and killed sometime between April 6 and April 8 at a homeless encampment. Armijo’s daughter, Ashley Hall, says detectives confirmed he was unarmed and wearing only boxers when he was shot.

Pierce County Sheriff’s detectives are investigating, and as of May 2023 no arrests had been made. Crime Stoppers of Tacoma/Pierce County has offered up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to identification and arrest of the suspect or suspects. The family remembers Armijo as a loving father and grandfather and continues to seek answers.

If anyone saw activity near the SR-512 encampment in early April or has information about who was involved, please share what you know with investigators.