Joshua Gregorio Marquez was a 15-year-old Hispanic freshman at Lehman High School in Kyle, Texas who died on December 24, 2016. Known as J or Juacha, he was remembered by his school community for his love, joy and humility. His death occurred during the holiday break and deeply affected Hays CISD students and staff.

Reports say Joshua was killed in a hit-and-run. No immediate arrests or suspects were identified, and the lack of information about the person who struck him compounded the family’s and community’s grief.

If anyone remembers seeing unusual activity or a vehicle near where Joshua was struck on December 24, 2016, please come forward with information that might help bring answers.