Zachariah Juwaun Shorty was 23 when his body was found on a dirt pathway in a field near Nenahnezad, New Mexico, on July 25, 2020. Authorities determined he died of gunshot wounds, a violent, intentional act. The discovery occurred in a rural area of the Navajo Nation.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation is handling the investigation and has asked the public for tips, offering a reward for information that could identify or lead to the arrest of those responsible. As of January 5, 2025, no suspects have been named and no arrests have been announced, leaving the case unsolved.

Shorty’s death is noted alongside broader concerns about violence affecting Indigenous communities. If anyone has information about Zachariah Juwaun Shorty, his movements on or before July 25, 2020, or the area around Nenahnezad, please contact the FBI.