San Antonio Actor Jonathan Joss Murdered While Husband Alleges Hate Crime

Jonathan Joss, known for his voice roles on "King of the Hill" and "Parks and Recreation," was fatally shot near his home in San Antonio, Texas. His husband, Tristan Kern de Gonzales, has publicly declared the killing a hate crime, citing years of homophobic threats and an arson attack on their home, and has launched a social media campaign to seek justice and keep Joss's memory alive. Despite de Gonzales's claims, the San Antonio Police Department stated they found no evidence linking the murder to Joss's sexual orientation after a thorough investigation. The suspect, Sigfredo Alvarez Ceja, was arrested shortly after the shooting and charged with first-degree murder; he allegedly fled the scene but was apprehended nearby. The incident reportedly began with a dispute between Joss and Ceja, possibly triggered by Joss's emotional reaction after visiting the remains of their burned home and deceased dogs. De Gonzales vows to continue fighting for recognition of the shooting as a hate crime and to honor his husband's legacy, despite the police department's stance.