In the early hours of a Sunday morning in Phoenix, Arizona, a life was tragically cut short. On January 8, 2012, 19-year-old Fabian Andres Xavier Cano was attending a party at a residence in the area of 7900 West Clayton Drive. The gathering, however, would become the scene of a senseless act of violence that would forever alter the lives of Fabian's family and friends. Unbeknownst to the partygoers, a decision was made by an unknown individual or group to fire multiple gunshots into the home.
At approximately 12:30 a.m., the sound of gunfire pierced the night. One of the bullets penetrated the house and traveled into the backyard where Fabian was standing. In a cruel twist of fate, he was struck in the head by the stray round. He was not the intended target of the shooting, but rather an innocent victim in the wrong place at the wrong time. A few days after the shooting, Fabian succumbed to his injuries, leaving his loved ones to grapple with the sudden and devastating loss. Born in Nogales, Arizona, and raised in Glendale, Fabian was a beloved son who had a passion for reading inspiring books, playing online video games, and collecting action figures and comic books. He was known for his ever-present smile and his caring nature, always taking the time to be there for his family and friends.
In the wake of the tragedy, law enforcement officials began an investigation into the homicide. Despite their efforts and the passage of time, the case grew cold. The suspect or suspects responsible for Fabian's death have never been identified, and no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting. The case remains an unsolved homicide, a painful reality for a mother left without her only child and a community still seeking answers. A reward was offered for any information that could lead to an arrest and indictment, a plea for someone to come forward and provide the missing pieces to this heartbreaking puzzle. The memory of Fabian is cherished by his family, who continue to feel the profound void left by his absence.
