Deitric Van Harrington Jr., a 51-year-old African American male, was tragically shot and killed on January 4, 2021, in San Antonio, Texas. The incident occurred on the city's East Side, at the intersection of Ferris Avenue and Beulah Street. According to reports, officers were called to the scene around 10:20 p.m. after receiving word of gunshots fired and a man lying in the street. Upon arrival, they found Deitric Van Harrington Jr. with multiple gunshot wounds to the chest.
Initially, police believed he was dead, but EMS arrived and determined he was still alive. He was rushed to Brooke Army Medical Center, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
The investigation into Deitric Van Harrington Jr.'s death revealed that several bullets had been fired, and gunshots were found on the front of a nearby home. However, it was unclear if these were recent and connected to the shooting. At the time of the incident, there was no suspect information, no witnesses had come forward, and the motive for the shooting remained unknown. The San Antonio Police Department, the San Antonio Fire Department, and EMS all responded to the call, and the investigation into the shooting was ongoing.
Deitric Van Harrington Jr.'s parents, Shelly and Deitric Harrington Sr., expressed their grief and heartbreak over the loss of their only son. They described him as a loving man who worked as a cook at IHOP and was well-loved by everyone who knew him. Despite the pain of losing their son, the Harringtons forgave the person responsible for his death, stating that it was not up to them to judge, but that the perpetrator would be judged by God. They remained hopeful that the investigation would eventually lead to justice for their son.
As of the latest reports, there have been no arrests, suspects, or significant developments in the case. The San Antonio police continue to seek information from the public that could help solve the murder of Deitric Van Harrington Jr. The family and the community remain vigilant, hoping for closure and justice for the tragic loss of a beloved individual.
