On the first day of June, we were cruelly reminded why Pride is important. Jonathan Joss was a beloved actor and the voice of John Redcorn on the adult animated sitcom, King of the Hill. On June 1, during a routine mail check, Jonathan and his husband discovered the remains of their dog on display. Tragically, in a moment of profound love and selflessness, Jonathan pushed his husband out of harm's way only to be shot down by a homophobic murderer.

The loss of Jonathan Joss is not just a personal tragedy; it is a severe miscarriage of justice that demands immediate action. The San Antonio Police Department failed to investigate numerous prior incidents of harassment against Jonathan, incidents which now seem like clear preludes to this ultimate act of violence.

We demand that Ceja, the individual responsible for this heinous act, is formally charged with a hate crime. This is not just about bringing one man to justice, but setting a precedent that hate crimes will not go unpunished, ensuring safety and justice for all communities plagued by discrimination and violence.

This tragic event highlights systemic failings and negligence that cannot be ignored. San Antonio Police Department must be held accountable for their failure to investigate warnings and protect citizens like Jonathan. Their lack of action cost a life and scarred many others.

Sign this petition to demand thorough investigation and justice for Jonathan Joss, and to send a clear message that love shall always stand stronger than hate.