Jerome Jones, a 49-year-old man from Tyler, Texas, was found shot to death on December 15, 2018, outside a home in the 2700 block of Old Gladewater. The Smith County Sheriff's Office responded to a call and discovered Jones with a gunshot wound. The incident was quickly classified as a homicide, and an investigation was launched. Sheriff Larry Smith mentioned that Jones had a prior criminal record, including drug-related crimes and assault charges dating back to 1994.
However, no suspects have been named in connection with his death.
The investigation into Jerome Jones's murder revealed that the circumstances of his death were similar to other recent homicides in Smith County. Despite the similarities, authorities have not confirmed any direct connections between these cases. The sheriff's office and the Tyler Police Department have been working together on the case, urging anyone with information to come forward. As of now, the case remains open, and the search for justice continues.
