Maurice Dushay Jones, a 44-year-old African American male, was tragically killed on June 22, 2022, in San Antonio, Texas. Maurice was born on July 16, 1978, in San Francisco, California, and spent his early years in both Northern and Southern California. He graduated from San Jacinto High School in San Jacinto, California, before eventually moving to San Antonio.
On the night of his death, Maurice was found fatally shot inside his apartment on the city's Northeast Side.
The incident occurred around 1 a.m. in the 6800 block of Glendora Avenue, near Loop 410 and Eisenhauer Road. A caller reported seeing the door to Maurice's apartment slightly ajar and someone lying on the floor inside. When police arrived, they discovered Maurice with multiple gunshot wounds, including a fatal wound to his head. Despite a thorough search of the apartment, no weapons were found, leading investigators to believe that someone else was responsible for the shooting.
During the investigation, surveillance footage revealed two men entering Maurice's apartment moments before the shooting and leaving shortly after. The San Antonio Police Department and Crime Stoppers have been seeking the public's assistance in identifying these suspects. The video evidence has been crucial in the ongoing investigation, but as of now, no arrests have been made. Authorities have urged anyone with information about the case to come forward, offering a reward for tips that lead to an arrest.
The tragic death of Maurice Dushay Jones has left his family and friends devastated, and the community continues to seek justice for his untimely passing. The investigation remains active, with law enforcement working diligently to bring those responsible to justice.