The King County Sheriff provided an update regarding the murders of Elizabeth Juarez (13) & Eveona Cortez (19) in 2018. The two girls were shot and killed outside of an apartment complex near 136th SW in Burien in what may have been related to gang violence. At the time two or more suspects appeared to have left the area in a vehicle. But no suspect description has been provided and no arrests have been made.

The Sheriff's office said in a statement:

"The families of Elizabeth Juarez & Eveona Cortez are in our thoughts today as we mark the anniversary of their senseless deaths.

I want to assure the families, and the community, we have made significant progress on the investigation of their murders” said Sheriff Mitzi G. Johanknecht. “I have directed our Major Crimes Unit to make this case their highest priority.”

"The King County Sheriff’s Office has directed significant resources, and countless hours, in the pursuit of justice for Elizabeth and Eveona.

Because this remains an open and active investigation, we are unable to share more detail at this time. "