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SAPD investigating 'senseless' murder of boy, 15

No arrests made in 1993 murder

SAN ANTONIO – A 15-year-old boy walking with friends was killed -- an apparent victim of a random act of violence.

Carlos De La Cruz was using the overhead crosswalk on I-10 near Alametos and Neer Street on Jan. 31, 1993.

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"A small two-door vehicle drove by on the access road and stopped," police said. "Someone got out of the vehicle and shot twice, with the second shot hitting De La Cruz."

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De La Cruz was with friends and his sister, who police said "was a witness to her brother's senseless murder."

Police said that sister is looking for closure.

The suspect's car was possibly maroon, dark blue, or a brownish-copper color.

SAPD's Cold Case Squad is still investigating the murder. If you have any information, call 210-207-7635.


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