Deandre Matthews, 19, was killed in Brooklyn in February 2023. He was reported missing on February 7 after failing to return home with his mother’s Jeep. The next day his mother used the vehicle’s GPS to find the Jeep, which had been burned, and Deandre’s body was discovered shortly after on freight train tracks in the Flatbush neighborhood.

An autopsy found a gunshot wound to the head, severe burns over his body and evidence of smoke inhalation. Two people were arrested in connection with the case: 24-year-old Remy McPrecia on charges of concealment of a human corpse and tampering with physical evidence, and 19-year-old Isiah Baez on charges that included murder, criminal possession of a weapon and tampering with physical evidence. No official motive has been released; Deandre’s family has said they believe he was targeted in a hate crime because of his sexuality.

Deandre was described by family as non-violent, hardworking and studying criminal justice at SUNY Broome Community College with plans to become a social worker. The investigation remains ongoing. If anyone knew Deandre, his habits, or saw the Jeep in early February 2023, please come forward with information.