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Actor Jonathan Joss Shot: Hate Crime Investigation Underway

6/6/2025

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Joss Shot Outside Home

Jonathan Joss, beloved for his roles in "King of the Hill" and "Parks and Recreation," was tragically shot outside his San Antonio home. His neighbor, Sigfredo Ceja, has admitted to the attack, reportedly threatening Joss with a firearm while hurling homophobic slurs. Authorities are investigating the incident as a potential hate crime, leaving the community in shock.

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McManus Revises Motives

San Antonio Police Chief William McManus acknowledged that their early rejection of homophobic motives in Jonathan Joss's murder was hasty. Joss's husband asserts that the shooting arose from a bitter feud with neighbor Sigfredo Ceja Alvarez, who reportedly hurled homophobic slurs during the assault. The tension is evident, with over 70 police calls logged between the two.

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Joss Shot Outside Home

Jonathan Joss, beloved for his roles in "King of the Hill" and "Parks and Recreation," was tragically shot outside his San Antonio home. His neighbor, Sigfredo Ceja, has admitted to the attack, reportedly threatening Joss with a firearm while hurling homophobic slurs. Authorities are investigating the incident as a potential hate crime, leaving the community in shock.

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