Taylor Joseph Barlow was 22 and lived in Martinez, California when he died on February 3, 2016. Local authorities opened an investigation after his death because the circumstances were unclear, and evidence gathered at the scene later indicated he was the victim of a violent crime.

Investigators identified several suspects and pursued witnesses and forensic leads. In the months after the killing arrests were made and suspects were questioned; the resulting court cases involved multiple charges and extensive testimony. Prosecutors presented evidence gathered during the investigation and those charged were ultimately convicted.

Taylor’s family and friends followed the legal process closely and sought justice while the community rallied around them. His loved ones remember him as a kind and vibrant young man whose life was cut short.

If anyone knew Taylor or has information about his death that wasn’t presented at trial, please share what you can.