Monte Sereno, CA Area Cold Cases

cold-case-record__Cline

Name

Russell Cline

Age

45

Cause of Death

Gun/Firearm

Info

Agency

San Jose Police Department

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cold-case-record__Connally

Name

Nathan Connally

Age

19

Cause of Death

Gun/Firearm

Info

Agency

Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office

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cold-case-record__Breaux

Name

Aaron Breaux

Age

Cause of Death

Murder

Info

This year (2022) marks the 15th anniversary of Aaron Anthony Breaux’s murder. The Fremont Police Department’s Cold Case Homicide Division is hoping that upon the release of this case to the public, new information and tips will come in leading to the involved person(s) responsible for Breaux’s murder.

Agency

Fremont PD

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cold-case-record__Zuniga

Name

Emerson Zuniga

Age

20

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

On January 25, 2007, at approximately 2:15 p.m., Emerson Zuniga, was found suffering from a life-threatening injury in the front yard of a house located on the 4300 block of Stevenson Blvd. During the initial investigation, witnesses told officers they had witnessed Zuniga fighting with two other men just before finding him. Witnesses indicated the fight was brief and ended with one male suspect embedding a large metal object into the top of Zuniga’s head.

Agency

Fremont PD

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cold-case-record__Muhleman

Name

Sheri Muhleman

Age

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Sheri Lynn Muhleman was last seen February 27, 1989 at about 9:30 a.m. At that time Sheri was seen by her boyfriend (Michael Abraham) and his sister (Catherine Abraham) at Michael’s house located at 3473 Decoto Rd in Fremont, Ca. Sheri and Michael Abraham had a daughter in common who was five years old at the time of Sheri’s disappearance.Sheri was last seen packing up her personal belongings inside Michael’s house. Through witness statements, it was believed Michael didn’t trust Sheri to take care of their daughter nor the house while he was gone at a county sponsored Work Furlough Program.Based on current witness statements and physical evidence located at the Decoto address, it is believed Sheri is a victim of homicide. The whereabouts of Sheri’s body is unknown at this time.

Agency

Fremont PD

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cold-case-record__Miramontes(Patino)

Name

Kathy Miramontes(Patino)

Age

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

On March 8, 1982, at about 5:00 a.m., a deceased female, later identified as Kathy Ann Miramontes (Aka-Sweetie) was located at approximately 5:00 a.m. on Chase Court in the Niles district of Fremont. Miramontes’ body showed signs of extreme trauma. Fremont Detectives investigated the case, but it ultimately went unsolved. The Department’s cold case detective began reviewing the case approximately two and half years ago. After meeting with family and friends of Kathy Miramontes, her case was officially reopened in an effort to spark new leads in the investigation and ultimately provide closure to her family.

Agency

Fremont PD

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cold-case-record__Hernandez

Name

Mria Hernandez

Age

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

On February 1, 2004, at about 3:00 a.m., the above VICTIMS, Maria (mother) and Carmen (daughter) Hernandez, were walking from their home in Newark to Maria's place of business. While walking on Thornton Ave in Fremont, an unknown suspect began following behind the victims. The eventually began to chase the victims and caught up to them near the intersection of Alameda Dr and Contra Costa Ave. The suspect bludgeoned both victims to death with a large tree branch. The branch was likely a weapon of opportunity and was possibly available due to the trees in the neighborhood being recently pruned and cut down. The suspect was seen throwing the murder weapon on top of the victims and he was last seen running northbound on Contra Costa Ave.

Agency

Fremont PD

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cold-case-record__Hernandez

Name

Carmen Hernandez

Age

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

On February 1, 2004, at about 3:00 a.m., the above VICTIMS, Maria (mother) and Carmen (daughter) Hernandez, were walking from their home in Newark to Maria's place of business. While walking on Thornton Ave in Fremont, an unknown suspect began following behind the victims. The eventually began to chase the victims and caught up to them near the intersection of Alameda Dr and Contra Costa Ave. The suspect bludgeoned both victims to death with a large tree branch. The branch was likely a weapon of opportunity and was possibly available due to the trees in the neighborhood being recently pruned and cut down. The suspect was seen throwing the murder weapon on top of the victims and he was last seen running northbound on Contra Costa Ave.

Agency

Fremont PD

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cold-case-record__Naylor

Name

Daniel Naylor

Age

14

Cause of Death

Missing

Info

On October 5, 1982, at about 7:30 p.m. in the evening, Daniel Naylor, a 14 year old boy from Fremont, was last seen leaving his house on Nightingale Place in an unknown direction after an argument. After an extensive search conducted by Daniel’s neighbors, his bike was located not far away, along the Alameda Creek Trail. Additional follow up with miscellaneous leads and possible sightings of Daniel were met with negative results.Approximately one month after his disappearance, when no one was home, Daniel supposedly returned to his house and collected every piece of property that belonged to him. Daniel was never seen or heard from again and the case has since gone cold.

Agency

Fremont PD

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cold-case-record__Brewer

Name

James Brewer

Age

Cause of Death

Stab Wounds

Info

On January 1, 1979 the clerk at the Stop and Go heard a commotion outside of the store. Shortly thereafter, Victim Brewer staggered through the door and collapsed. Victim Tipton was located sprawled on the ground, just outside of the store. Both died of apparent stab wounds.

Agency

San Jose

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cold-case-record__Ralston

Name

Kelly Ralston

Age

21

Cause of Death

Murder

Info

Victim Ralston was a 21 year old college student who was versed in martial arts. At approximately 1245 hrs, a roommate found her murdered inside of their apartment. She died of numerous wounds throughout her body. There were obvious signs of a struggle, inside of the apartment.

Agency

San Jose

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cold-case-record__Aguirre

Name

Faustino Aguirre

Age

Cause of Death

Gunshot Wound

Info

On January 23, 1993, San Jose Police responded to 1137 McGinnes Ave (Del Rio Club) on a report of a shooting. Upon arrival, Victim Aguirre was found outside of the club with a gunshot wound to the chest. He later died of his wound at a local hospital.

Agency

San Jose

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cold-case-record__Alvarado

Name

Gabriel Alvarado

Age

Cause of Death

Stabbing

Info

On July 6, 1997, Alvarado was eating at the El Grullense restaurant. A group of youths carrying baseball bats and throwing bottles walked through the parking lot, looking for another group. A fight ensued and Alvarado was stabbed in the back. Alvardo died at a local hospital. Police spoke to several individuals who were present at the fight, but received little cooperation at the time.

Agency

San Jose

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cold-case-record__Davenport

Name

Fatima Davenport

Age

Cause of Death

Trauma

Info

On December 22, 1997, San Jose Police responded to a report of a person lying on the ground in front of 1517 Shasta Ave. Upon arrival, the victim was located face down on the ground, suffering trauma from a bladed object. Davenport had been a caretaker to the residents of the address where she was killed.

Agency

San Jose

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cold-case-record__Alvarez

Name

Maricela Alvarez

Age

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

On November 23, 2003 a Santa Clara County Park Ranger stopped to investigate a white sedan parked on Hellyer Ave, south of Highway 101. As he approached the vehicle he saw victim Alvarez bleeding from several gun shot wounds. She was taken to a local hospital, where she was later pronounced dead

Agency

San Jose

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cold-case-record__Marroquin

Name

Samuel Marroquin

Age

36

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Found unconscious near San Lorenzo River Levee and Broadway Bridge. Died despite medical aid.

Agency

Santa Cruz

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cold-case-record__Doe

Name

John Doe

Age

2535

Cause of Death

Probable Homicide

Info

Found deceased at Natural Bridges State Park. Unidentified male with tattoos.

Agency

Santa Cruz

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cold-case-record__Mendoza

Name

Miguel Mendoza

Age

31

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Found deceased at San Lorenzo Blvd. Believed more witnesses exist.

Agency

Santa Cruz

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cold-case-record__Martinez

Name

Valdemar Martinez

Age

19

Cause of Death

Stabbing

Info

Stabbed at 200 Block of Walk Circle. Died in hospital.

Agency

Santa Cruz

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cold-case-record__Prowdley

Name

Barbara Sue Prowdley

Age

38

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Found deceased with Rogelio Conejo in an apartment. No sign of forced entry.

Agency

Santa Cruz

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cold-case-record__Conejo

Name

Rogelio Lazaro Conejo

Age

23

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Found deceased with Barbara Prowdley in an apartment. No sign of forced entry.

Agency

Santa Cruz

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cold-case-record__Lamaster

Name

Kori Lamaster

Age

17

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Found decomposed in Pogonip Park. Identified years later.

Agency

Santa Cruz

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cold-case-record__Reimer

Name

Carl Reimer

Age

19

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Shot in the 90 Block of Grandview Street. Suspect fled east on Grandview.

Agency

Santa Cruz

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cold-case-record__Snell

Name

Derek Snell

Age

20

Cause of Death

Stabbing

Info

Stabbed by multiple suspects during a party near the beach.

Agency

Santa Cruz

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cold-case-record__Panzica

Name

Carol Panzica

Age

39

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Found deceased in a hotel bathtub. Determined to be inconsistent with accidental death.

Agency

Santa Cruz

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cold-case-record__Cargill

Name

Deborah Cargill

Age

19

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Kidnapped from a parking lot in San Jose. Body found in the San Lorenzo River.

Agency

Santa Cruz

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cold-case-record__Silva

Name

Pauly Silva

Age

32

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Shot in the 200 Block of Locust Street. Believed more witnesses exist.

Agency

Santa Cruz

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cold-case-record__Marquez

Name

Daniel Marquez

Age

27

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Shot multiple times while in a car. Female passenger recovered.

Agency

Santa Cruz

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cold-case-record__Bebek

Name

Michael Bebek

Age

44

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Found deceased in his home after concerned neighbor checked on him.

Agency

Santa Cruz

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cold-case-record__Tenorio

Name

Tyler Tenorio

Age

17

Cause of Death

Stabbing

Info

Stabbed during a fight between two groups. Multiple suspects identified, two still outstanding.

Agency

Santa Cruz

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cold-case-record__Leinberger

Name

Anthony Leinberger

Age

109

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

On 05/29/1995, 80yr old anthony leinberger was beaten in his car at 244 oakmont st., in san jose, ca. He entered his residence and then collapsed. Mr. Leinberger later died at the hospital.

Agency

Ohio AG

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cold-case-record__St Germain

Name

Doreen St Germain

Age

16

Cause of Death

Murder

Info

Doreen was a 16 year old runaway from Connecticut. She had been living in the Monterey area. She was seen in Pacific Grove on the evening of her murder. Her body was found in the street at about 10:30PM in San Jose.

Agency

San Jose

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cold-case-record__Tipton

Name

Michael Tipton

Age

Cause of Death

Stabbing

Info

On January 1, 1979 the clerk at the Stop and Go heard a commotion outside of the store. Shortly thereafter, Victim Brewer staggered through the door and collapsed. Victim Tipton was located sprawled on the ground, just outside of the store. Both died of apparent stab wounds.

Agency

San Jose

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cold-case-record__Calzadais

Name

Sonya Calzadais

Age

Cause of Death

Hit and Run

Info

Victim Calzadias was found sprawled in the slow lanes of Highway 101 and the Guadalupe River Bridge. At the time, her death was classified as a hit and run accident. Approximately six months later, physical clues led police to reclassify this as a murder and start an investigation. Calzadias died of injuries sustained when struck by a car.

Agency

San Jose

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cold-case-record__Zimmer

Name

Cathy Zimmer

Age

Cause of Death

Strangulation

Info

On March 10, 1989 victim Zimmer was found strangled in her vehicle, parked at Mineta San Jose International Airport short term parking. Her fully clothed body was found on the floor of her back seat. She was last seen attending classes at San Jose State University that afternoon.

Agency

San Jose

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cold-case-record__Araiza

Name

Alfredo Araiza

Age

Cause of Death

Gunshot Wound

Info

On July 6, 1997, San Jose Police responded to 1093 Owsley Ave on a report of an assault. Upon arrival, Victim Araiza was located inside of his residence suffering from a gunshot wound. He had previously run into the residence holding his chest, stating he had been shot. He was transported to a local hospital and later expired.

Agency

San Jose

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cold-case-record__Rivera

Name

Roland Rivera

Age

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

On October 3, 1993, police were called to the above address on a report of a person shot. Upon arrival, victim Rivera was located dead from gunshot wounds, in front of his porch. Rivera was at home and had stepped out to investigate some noises outside of his residence. Witnesses heard him speaking with another individual prior to the shooting.

Agency

San Jose

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cold-case-record__Galentine

Name

Raymond Galentine

Age

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

On May 3, 1995, San Jose Police responded to a possible burglary in progress at 745 Dailey Avenue. Upon arrival, officers located victim Galentine's body inside of the residence, dead from an apparent gunshot wound. His vehicle was missing from the driveway of the residence and later located at Eastridge shopping mall.

Agency

San Jose

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cold-case-record__Troung

Name

Loi Troung

Age

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

On May 6, 2001 police responded to a report of a shooting and found victim Truong dead at the scene. Truong had been shot as he was closing his business. He owned the business for approximately 10 years, prior to his demise. A vehicle similar to an early 1990's Nissan 240SX was seen leaving the scene.

Agency

San Jose

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cold-case-record__Sanchez

Name

April Sanchez

Age

16

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

On April 19, 2003, the partially clothed body of victim Sanchez was found on a creek bank near Phelan and Roberts Ave by a man walking his dog. She was last seen walking in the area of Keys and S 6th Street several hours earlier, wearing a backpack.. Victim Sanchez was 16 years old at the time of her passing.

Agency

San Jose

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cold-case-record__Keil

Name

Christopher Keil

Age

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

On Saturday, July 25, 2015, at approximately 11:16 p.m., San Jose Police officers responded to the 1300 block of Sunbeam Circle on a person shot. Preliminary investigation revealed the victim was talking with other people on the driveway of a residence. A light colored compact vehicle pulled up next to them. The passenger, Suspect #1, exited the vehicle, asked the victim if he was in a gang. The victim denied being in a gang and the suspect shot the victim. The suspect got back in the vehicle and fled the scene with Suspect #2 driving. The victim was transported to a local hospital where he died a short time later. The suspects have not been identified or apprehended.

Agency

San Jose

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