Zoungo Sou-Oud, a 34-year-old Asian man, was killed on the afternoon of Sunday, October 12, 2014, while working at a car wash in Newark’s West Ward. A gunfight broke out near the business; Sou-Oud was not involved in the altercation and was struck by gunfire. He was pronounced dead at the scene at 2:39 p.m.

Two other people, ages 33 and 22, were also wounded in the shooting but suffered non-life-threatening injuries. Investigators concluded that Sou-Oud was an innocent bystander. No arrests have been announced, and authorities have not released details about any suspects. The investigation has gone cold for lack of new leads, leaving family and community members seeking answers and justice.

If anyone knew Zoungo Sou-Oud, saw the area near the car wash that afternoon, or has information about the shooting, please come forward to assist the investigation.