Family of San Jose Teen Stabbed to Death Calls for Maximum Punishment

David Gutierrez, 15, was fatally stabbed on Valentine's Day, allegedly by a 13-year-old gang member, as hearings for juvenile suspects continue.

David Gutierrez, 15, was stabbed to death on February 14, 2025, at Santana Row in San Jose after being targeted for wearing red, the color of a rival gang.
The primary suspect is a 13-year-old alleged gang member who reportedly stabbed Gutierrez three times; four other suspects, including an adult, have also been charged.
Gutierrez was not affiliated with any gang, and police believe the attack was initiated solely over the color of his clothing.
The victim's family held a rally outside Santa Clara County Juvenile Hall during a hearing for the juvenile suspects, demanding the harshest possible sentences.
California law prohibits charging 13-year-olds as adults, limiting the primary suspect's potential sentence to incarceration until age 25.