Eddie Abrams, a 28-year-old resident of Yakima, WA, tragically passed away on February 11, 2017. Eddie was born on August 20, 1988, and was known for his adventurous spirit and love for racing. He spent many weekends at the Yakima Speedway, either racing or working on the track crew. Eddie was a devoted father to his son, Larry, and had recently rededicated his life to Jesus, finding joy and purpose in his faith.
On the night of his death, Eddie was found lying on the ground on East
Spruce Street, having been shot multiple times. Despite the efforts of first responders, he was not breathing when they arrived, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. His death marked the second homicide in Yakima for the year 2017.
The investigation into Eddie's murder revealed that he was a victim of gang-related violence, a significant issue in Yakima at the time. Despite the efforts of the Yakima Police Department's Major Crimes Unit, no arrests have been made in connection with his death. The police continue to seek information from the public to help solve the case, emphasizing the importance of community cooperation in bringing justice to Eddie's family.
Eddie's death remains an open case, with detectives from the Yakima Police Department working diligently to uncover new leads. The community is encouraged to come forward with any information that might assist in the investigation, as the police believe that someone, somewhere, knows something that could help solve this tragic crime.
