Terrance Jones Jr., a 21-year-old African American male from Pittsburgh, PA, was tragically murdered on August 15, 2019. He was shot in the stairwell of an apartment building on Chauncy Drive in the Hill District. Terrance, who was known for his bright smile and energetic personality, had just graduated from bricklaying classes and was about to start his first day of work on the day he was killed.
He was also a new father, with a young son.
Despite the presence of multiple witnesses at the time of the shooting, no one has come forward with information, and the case remains unsolved. The Pittsburgh police have been actively investigating the case, but they have yet to make any arrests. In 2022, the police department launched a cold-case investigative unit to review unsolved murders from the past five years, but it is unclear if Terrance's case is among those being prioritized.
Terrance's family has been vocal in their quest for justice, holding vigils and pleading with the community to come forward with any information. His mother, Aletha Gray, has expressed her heartbreak and frustration over the lack of progress in the investigation. The family continues to hope that someone will step forward and provide the crucial information needed to solve the case and bring closure to their loss.
The Pittsburgh police have urged anyone with information to come forward, assuring that all tips will be kept confidential. They have also encouraged witnesses to call the homicide detectives anonymously. The family remains hopeful that justice will be served and that Terrance's legacy will not be forgotten.
