local
Jenny Lin's family searching for answers 32 years after murder: 'Why can't we catch this person?'
By Dryden Quigley at ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC)
· July 12, 2026
· 1 min read
Thirty-two years after 14-year-old Jenny Lin was killed in her Castro Valley home, her parents say they remain committed to seeking justice for their daughter, while a foundation created in her memory continues to honor her love of music. 'Why can't we catch this person?'
Key takeaway Thirty-two years after 14-year-old Jenny Lin was killed in her Castro Valley home, her parents say they remain committed to seeking justice for their daughter, while a foundation created in her memory continues to honor her love of music.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The Lin family's pursuit of justice for Jenny's murder resonates deeply in the San Francisco Bay Area community, where concerns about public safety and law enforcement effectiveness are longstanding. As the family continues to seek answers, their case draws attention to the region's cold case backlog and the need for sustained investigative efforts. The fact that a foundation in Jenny's memory has been able to thrive, honoring her love of music, underscores the community's capacity for resilience and solidarity. However, the lack of progress in solving her murder also raises questions about the allocation of resources and the coordination between local law enforcement agencies. As the Lin family presses on, their determination may prompt renewed scrutiny of the case and potentially lead to a re-examination of evidence, offering a glimmer of hope for closure and justice. The community's support for the family and the foundation will likely remain a crucial factor in keeping Jenny's memory alive.
About this story
Original reporting by ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC) . The San Francisco surfaces reporting from trusted publishers and adds local editorial context so readers can quickly understand what a story means for their community. We attribute every source, link to the original report, and follow a documented editorial standards policy. To understand how stories are selected and reviewed, read our about page .
For the complete original report, visit ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC) . Have a tip or correction? Contact our newsroom .
Category: local ·
Published: July 12, 2026 ·
Source: ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
Get more The San Francisco stories like this
Free weekly briefing covering local and other local news. Curated by our editorial team. No spam.
By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy . Unsubscribe anytime.
Frequently asked about this story
What is this story about? Thirty-two years after 14-year-old Jenny Lin was killed in her Castro Valley home, her parents say they remain committed to seeking justice for their daughter, while a foundation created in her memory continues to honor her love of music. 'Why can't we catch this person?'
When was this published? This article was first published on July 12, 2026 by ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC) and curated for The San Francisco readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Dryden Quigley at ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC). To learn more about how The San Francisco selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
Where can I find related coverage? See more local coverage from The San Francisco, or browse our daily briefing and topic hubs .
← Back to all news
More local →
Today’s briefing
Subscribe to newsletter