San Antonio, Texas — More than three years have passed since the tragic death of 16-year-old Navaeh Martinez, whose homicide remains unsolved. Authorities are once again appealing to the community for assistance in cracking this case, which has left many questions unanswered.
On the early morning of May 10, 2022, police received reports of gunfire in the 5100 block of War Horse Drive. Responding officers discovered Martinez in the back seat of a stolen vehicle—a black Kia Optima—suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Despite immediate efforts, she was pronounced dead at the scene.
As investigators delved deeper, they determined that the actual shooting likely occurred about a mile away, in the 5400 block of Hayden Drive. After the incident, the vehicle was abandoned on War Horse Drive, leading officers to piece together the timeline of events surrounding her death.
Almost 40 months later, authorities with the San Antonio Police Department’s homicide unit are still on the lookout for those responsible, hoping that renewed public interest may help them uncover vital information. The department stresses that even the smallest detail from the community could prove crucial to the investigation.
Detectives are particularly interested in identifying and locating any suspects involved in the case. They believe that someone may have knowledge that could help bring clarity to the circumstances leading to Martinez’s untimely death.
Residents can contribute to the investigation by sharing their insights. Authorities encourage anyone who might have seen or heard something relevant to step forward, emphasizing that all tips can be submitted anonymously.
For those with information about the murder of Navaeh Martinez, contact the San Antonio Police Department’s Homicide Unit or Crime Stoppers at (210) 224-STOP (210-224-7867). Police are determined to resolve this case and seek justice for the young girl and her family.