Timothy Deshawn Collins, a 42-year-old male, was tragically shot and killed on January 1, 2019, while working as a clerk at a 7-Eleven on the Northwest Side of San Antonio, Texas. The incident occurred early in the morning when a masked gunman entered the store and fired multiple shots at Collins, who attempted to stop the robbery. Despite being taken to the hospital, Collins succumbed to his injuries.
The suspect, described as a 6-foot tall masked man wearing a hoodie and armed with a
handgun, fled the scene on foot. Surveillance footage captured the suspect, but as of now, the case remains unsolved. San Antonio police and Crime Stoppers have been actively searching for the gunman and have offered a $15,000 reward for information leading to an arrest.
Collins' family has been vocal about seeking justice and closure. His sister, Mary Deluna, has expressed the emotional toll the unsolved murder has taken on the family, especially on their father, who suffers from Alzheimer's and dementia. The family continues to hope that someone will come forward with information to help solve the case.
The investigation into Timothy Deshawn Collins' death is ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers or the San Antonio Police Department. The case highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in solving violent crimes and bringing closure to grieving families.
