On July 25, 1995, Ray Muniz was shot and killed near a reservoir water tank at the extreme northern end of Etiwanda Avenue in Rancho Cucamonga, California. The homicide occurred in a secluded area known for its isolation, which might have contributed to the difficulty in solving the case. The shooting remains a cold case, with law enforcement continuing to appeal for information that could help identify those responsible for the crime. Muniz was found at the location, and the details indicate that his death was likely a deliberate act, rather than a random incident.
The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department has kept the case open, categorizing it as a cold case due to a lack of sufficient evidence or leads to identify a suspect. Despite years having passed since the incident, the authorities have consistently urged members of the community who may have knowledge of the events surrounding Muniz's death to come forward. Community tips and leads could be vital in breaking the silence around the case, which has left Muniz's family without answers for decades.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Sheriff's Homicide Detail or provide anonymous tips through WeTip, a crime tip hotline. The San Bernardino Sheriff's Department hopes that renewed attention to cold cases like that of Ray Muniz could eventually help bring closure to his family and ensure justice is served.
