Roy Eunice, a 42-year-old resident of Sacramento, California, tragically lost his life on May 5, 2018. Eunice was fatally shot while taking out the trash outside his home in the Oak Park neighborhood. The incident occurred in the presence of his twin 10-year-old daughters, who were just feet away when they heard the gunshots. One bullet pierced the front door of their apartment, another went through two walls, and the third struck Eunice in the chest.
Despite his injuries, Eunice managed to return to his home and instruct his daughters to call their mother and 911 before collapsing and succumbing to his wounds.
Eunice was known as a loving father and a helpful member of his community. He was actively involved in his daughters' school, often assisting with school activities and supplies. His death was described as a "senseless murder" by his sister, Mary Thompson, who expressed her grief and called for the perpetrator to come forward. The Sacramento Police Department has not released any information regarding a possible motive or suspect in the case. The investigation remains open, and Eunice's family continues to seek justice and answers for his untimely death.
In a poignant twist, Eunice had previously comforted a dying teenager on the same block where he was later killed. This act of kindness highlighted his compassionate nature and deepened the tragedy of his own death. The teenager, Timothy Jeter, was a 16-year-old whose homicide also remains unsolved. Both families have urged the community to come forward with any information that could help solve these cases and bring closure to their loved ones' deaths.
The impact of Eunice's death on his family and community has been profound. His twin daughters, who had just celebrated their 10th birthday, were left traumatized by the event. The family has received support from the community, including a GoFundMe campaign to help with expenses. Despite the pain and loss, Eunice's family has shown remarkable resilience, with his sister publicly forgiving the unknown assailant and appealing for them to come forward. The case remains a stark reminder of the ongoing issue of gun violence in the area and the need for community cooperation to address it.
