Do you know who murdered Jose? Jose Sifuentes, a 44-year-old Hispanic male, died from a gunshot wound on April 4, 2017, in Fairbanks, Alaska. Authorities have not announced any arrests, but a person of interest was identified through surveillance footage.
Jose Alfonso Sifuentes Morales, a 44-year-old Hispanic male originally from Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico, was found dead just after midnight on April 4, 2017, in Fairbanks, Alaska.
His body was discovered on the road near the intersection of 3rd Avenue and Hall Street, east of the downtown business district. Known affectionately by the nickname “Shorty,” Jose Sifuentes stood 4 feet 11 inches tall and weighed approximately 150 pounds. He had black hair and brown eyes and was a well-known figure in the Fairbanks community, having lived there for 15 years and worked in the food service industry. Friends and family described him as energetic, humorous, and always willing to help others.
Fairbanks police responded to a report of a disturbance and found the 44-year-old Hispanic male deceased in the street. Initial speculation ruled out a hit-and-run incident. A few days later, an autopsy confirmed that Jose Sifuentes died from a gunshot wound. The Fairbanks Police Department launched a homicide investigation and held a press briefing to share details with the public. Detective Peyton Meredith revealed the cause of death and released surveillance footage showing a person of interest walking across a parking lot near the scene. Authorities requested the public's assistance in identifying the individual captured in the video.
Despite efforts to gather information, no arrests were made in connection with the death of Jose Sifuentes, the 44-year-old Hispanic male. Police warned that a dangerous individual might still be at large and urged anyone with relevant information to come forward. The investigation remained active, with law enforcement continuing to pursue leads and analyze evidence. The community held a memorial service for Jose Sifuentes at Casa
