Neighbor Charged with Murder in Jonathan Joss Shooting

The tragic death of actor Jonathan Joss has led to a significant legal development. Sigfredo Ceja Alvarez, a 57-year-old man from San Antonio, has been charged with first-degree murder in connection to Joss’s fatal shooting. The indictment was announced by a Bexar County grand jury on Monday.

Details of the Incident

The incident that resulted in Jonathan Joss’s death occurred on the evening of June 1. Police responded to a call regarding an incident on the 200 block of Dorsey Street. Upon arrival, they found Joss lying near the roadway. Emergency medical personnel attempted life-saving measures, but Joss, aged 59, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Background of the Case

Alvarez was arrested more than five months ago on suspicion of murder. The legal representatives for Alvarez have not publicly commented on the case as of Wednesday. Initial police records referred to him as “Sigfredo Alvarez Ceja” and noted that the shooting took place on “Dorsey Dr.”

Statements from Joss’s Husband

Tristan Kern de Gonzales, Joss’s husband, made serious allegations following the shooting. He claimed that he and Joss faced verbal harassment and threats motivated by homophobia in the time leading up to the shooting. According to Gonzales, the couple had recently returned to their San Antonio home, which suffered a fire in January, to retrieve their mail.

• Gonzales alleged that a man approached them, yelling homophobic slurs.
• He claimed the attacker raised a gun and fired, prompting Joss to push him out of harm’s way.
• Gonzales described the incident as the murder of his husband by someone who could not accept their love.

Police Response

In response to Gonzales’s claims, the police issued a statement that no evidence exists linking Joss’s murder to his sexual orientation. They emphasized that all allegations of harassment are taken seriously during the investigation.

About Jonathan Joss

Jonathan Joss was best known for his role as John Redcorn in the animated series “King of the Hill.” His career also included appearances in other popular shows such as “Parks and Recreation,” “Tulsa King,” “Ray Donovan,” “Friday Night Lights,” “ER,” and “Charmed.” Joss recorded lines for the revival of “King of the Hill” just before his untimely death.

The ongoing case has garnered significant attention, highlighting issues of violence and discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community. Further developments are anticipated as the legal proceedings unfold.