Samuel Isaias Marroquin, a 36-year-old resident of Santa Cruz County, was tragically killed on October 2, 2017. On that evening, at approximately 10:18 PM, Santa Cruz Police officers were flagged down near the San Lorenzo River Levee and the Broadway Bridge. They discovered an unconscious Hispanic male with multiple gunshot wounds. Despite the efforts of the officers and the Santa Cruz Fire Department to provide medical assistance, Marroquin succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The subsequent investigation confirmed that Marroquin was the victim of a homicide.
The case, identified as 17S-08027, remains unsolved. The Santa Cruz Police Department has been actively seeking information from the public to aid in the investigation. Despite extensive efforts, including the use of advanced forensic techniques and DNA technology, the motive behind Marroquin's murder remains unclear. The Cold Case Unit of the Santa Cruz Police Department continues to work on this case, hoping to uncover new leads or evidence that could bring the perpetrator to justice.
As of now, there have been no arrests or identified suspects in connection with Marroquin's death. The investigation is ongoing, and the police have urged anyone with information to come forward. The case highlights the challenges faced by law enforcement in solving cold cases, where initial leads may have dried up, but the pursuit of justice for the victim and their family remains a priority. The Santa Cruz Police Department continues to encourage community involvement and cooperation in solving this tragic case.
