In the quiet town of Copperopolis, a family's search for justice has lingered in the shadows for over two decades, but the efforts to close the chapter on such tragedies never entirely fade. In the case of Hector Girol, whose life was abruptly ended on September 9, 2000, the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office has not forgotten, nor has it given up on bringing closure to a case gone cold.
A recent post by the Sheriff’s Office has brought renewed attention to this unresolved crime. Hector Girol was found tragically slain in his own shower, his body bearing the telltale signs of multiple gunshots. Despite the passage of years, authorities are determined to thoroughly to pursue any new leads that might surface.
The community still has a role to play in seeking justice. The Sheriff's Office has an Anonymous Tip Line at (209) 754-6030 and urges anyone with information—no matter how small—to come forward. More details about the Calaveras County Cold Case Task Force are available on their website.
