On November 12, 2019, 17-year-old Isaiah Martinez, a Cibola High School student, died after suffering a gunshot wound just after 7:30 p.m. on Meadow Lake Place Northwest near Montaño Road and Unser Boulevard in Albuquerque. He was taken to UNM Hospital and later pronounced dead. APD’s preliminary investigation described the shooting as accidental pending further evidence and autopsy results.

Friends, family and coaches held candlelight vigils at a local baseball field where Martinez had spent a lot of time. Former coach Jeff Kindley recalled him as the most polite, quiet kid you’d ever hope to meet. Martinez was active in sports — baseball, basketball and skateboarding — and was known for his interest in cars, notably a Nissan 350Z he worked on and showed at events.

No arrests or charges have been reported. If anyone knew Isaiah or has information about the shooting, please share what you remember.