Jonathan Freeman, a 16-year-old African-American male from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, was fatally shot on January 9, 2019, in the Homewood South neighborhood. He was discovered inside a residence on Susquehanna Street around 7:40 p.m., suffering from gunshot wounds to his head and torso. Despite being transported to a hospital, he was pronounced dead later that evening.
At the time of his death, Jonathan was a junior at Allderdice High School in Pittsburgh, where he was known as a high-achieving student with a bright future. He was described by classmates and teachers as a smart, funny individual who always had a smile on his face. Jonathan had a history with the Pittsburgh Public Schools, having attended Liberty K-5, Pittsburgh Obama, and most recently, Allderdice.
Following his death, the Pittsburgh community was shaken, and an interfaith vigil was held at the Church of the Holy Cross to honor Jonathan and call for an end to gun violence. Community leaders, including Pittsburgh Police Chief Scott Schubert and Pittsburgh Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Anthony Hamlet, attended the vigil, expressing their condolences and commitment to addressing violence in the community.
As of the latest available information, no arrests have been made in connection with Jonathan Freeman's death. The investigation into the shooting remains ongoing, with authorities urging anyone with information to come forward.
