7 West Michigan Area Silent Observer’s Most Wanted And Unsolved Murders

Silent Observer is looking for several most wanted suspects and needs help with several cases that have gone cold.

"Silent Observer is a non-profit organization dedicated to public safety and since 1972 has remained committed to its mission to solve and prevent serious crime in the Greater Grand Rapids area in partnership with citizens, the media, and law enforcement."

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These 4 Men Are Wanted By West Michigan's Silent Observer

1. Victor Garza

The Kentwood Police Department is looking for Victor Garza for felony fleeing and eluding police.

He is also

"wanted in multiple jurisdictions for parole violation, child neglect, failure to appear, larceny, and felony burglary."

2. Tristian Armstrong

The Rockford Police Department is looking for Tristian Armstrong, who is wanted for felony sexual assault since 9/4/2020.

Sex: Male
Race: Black, non-Hispanic
Hair: Brown
Eyes: BLK

3. Alan Kerr

The US Marshals Fugitive Task Force and the Michigan Department of Corrections are looking for Kerr.

Kerr absconded from parole in 2016 and his prior convictions were for controlled substance cocaine, operating intoxicated 3rd, Larceny in a building, and child support.

"He has previously lived in Battle Creek, Troy, and Grand Rapids (NW & NE). Kerr maybe working as a hired hard."

4. Nester Martinez

Martinez is wanted by the Kentwood Police Department for felony domestic assault.

These 3 Cases Are Still Unsolved In West Michigan

Jordan Ginns

On July 19th, 2020, Jordan Ginns was shot multiple times. PD is looking for your help.

"On July 19, 2020 at 2:20 a.m., Jordan Ginns was shot multiple times in the driveway of 755 Turner Ave NW in Grand Rapids and died from his injuries.  Police believe there may have been people involved in the planning leading up to the murder and escape of the suspect from the crime.  Jordan was just 24 years old."

If you have any information, you can contact Silent Observer through the website or by calling 616.774.2345.

A $2500 reward is available for information given to one of our tip lines that leads to the killer’s arrest.

Cynthia McCoy

On November 27th, 2020, Cynthia was killed while walking home.

"On 11/27/2020 at 12:30 pm, Cynthia was walking home on Burton St SW and at the intersection of Alba Ave SW, she was shot. An unknown black male, approximately 6’0’’ wearing dark clothing and a dark colored COVID 19 cloth mask, approached Cynthia on foot, where she was then shot.  The suspect was seen fleeing on foot to the north (Alba Ave) and it is believed he entered a gray/silver colored sedan style vehicle, which then fled the area to the north.  Cynthia died as a result of the gunshot wounds. Wyoming Police are looking for continued involvement from the public with any information that may assist in their continued investigation of this tragic murder. "

If you have any information, you can contact Silent Observer through the website or by calling 616.774.2345.

A reward of up to $2500 is available for information given to one of our tip lines that leads to the killer’s arrest.

Santino Ysasi

On October 19th, 2022, Santino Ysasi was murdered.

...His family is searching for answers and closure.  To assist Grand Rapids Police in receiving crime-solving information, Santino’s family has increased Silent Observer’s $3,200 reward to $5,000 for tips leading to the person(s) responsible for his death. Santino, also known as “Taco” was tragically murdered in the area of St James Catholic Church on Bridge ST NW near Cadwell Ave NW."

If you have any information, you can contact Silent Observer through the website or by calling 616.774.2345.

Silent Observer will pay this enhanced $5,000 reward for information given to one of our tip lines that leads to the killer’s arrest.