In the early morning hours of July 19, 2013, the life of 29-year-old Scott Souza was tragically cut short in his New Bedford, Massachusetts home. Police received several 911 calls around 3:07 A.M. reporting a shooting at 25 Austin Street. Upon arrival, officers found Souza unconscious, having sustained several gunshot wounds. He was rushed to St. Luke's Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
The initial investigation into the death of the male victim was immediately classified as a
homicide. The Bristol County District Attorney's Office, along with New Bedford Police and State Police detectives, began an extensive investigation into the shooting. Friends and family were left in shock, describing the neighborhood as a tight-knit community and expressing their disbelief that anyone would want to harm Souza. His mother stated she was unaware of anyone who would want to hurt her son. Loved ones gathered to mourn the man they described as a big brother figure.
Despite the efforts of law enforcement, the case remains unsolved. In the immediate aftermath of the murder, police had not identified any suspects. Years later, Scott Souza's death is still listed as an unsolved murder. There have been no reports of any arrests made or suspects publicly identified in connection with his killing, leaving his family and community still searching for answers. The investigation remains open, with authorities having previously asked for anyone with information to come forward.
