The early morning of March 27, 1997, ended in tragedy at 637 East Indiana Street in South Bend, Indiana. Francisco Gonzales, 56, was shot multiple times when an unknown assailant fired several shots into the living room from the front yard. Family members were awakened by the gunfire and found him on the living room floor; he was taken to Memorial Hospital and died shortly after arrival.

No immediate arrests were made, and investigators have not identified a motive or suspect. The case grew cold despite periodic appeals for information, including follow-ups by Michiana Crime Stoppers. The investigation remains open and the family has not received closure.

If anyone has information about that night or about activity near 637 East Indiana Street in South Bend on March 27, 1997, please come forward.