On a late November evening in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the life of 17-year-old Donaldo Yanez-Reyes was tragically cut short. On November 26, 2017, near the intersection of Central and Wyoming, shots rang out, leaving Donaldo and a friend with critical injuries. Emergency services rushed to the scene, and Donaldo was transported to a local hospital. For two days, he fought for his life, but ultimately succumbed to his wounds.
His passing marked the 71st homicide in the city that year, a grim record for Albuquerque.
Donaldo was a young man with a promising future, known for his caring and friendly nature. He was actively involved in his community, interning with Project Feed the Hood, a South Valley gardening initiative, and participating in local food justice programs. Having earned his GED, he was working to support himself. His death sent ripples of grief through his family and the community, who remembered him as a thoughtful individual.
In the aftermath of the shooting, the Albuquerque Police Department launched a homicide investigation. However, the case has proven to be a difficult one to solve. To date, Donaldo's murder remains unsolved, with no arrests having been made and no suspects publicly identified. The circumstances surrounding the shooting and the motive behind it are still unclear. Authorities have continued to appeal to the public for any information that might lead to a breakthrough in the case, as a family continues to wait for justice for their son.
