Antwan Jones, a 30-year-old African American man from San Antonio, Texas, was tragically shot and killed on November 15, 2014. He was at his aunt's house with his family when two armed men, Tyree Byrd and Kerry Gittens, broke into the home and attempted to rob them. During the robbery, Antwan was shot and killed.
Following Antwan's death, Kerry Gittens was charged with murder. He initially posted bail and was out on bond but failed to return to court during his trial.
As a result, Gittens was found guilty in absentia and sentenced to fifty years in prison. The court proceedings included testimonies from witnesses who were present during the incident, and the jury ultimately convicted Gittens based on the evidence presented.
The case highlighted the dangers of home invasions and the impact of violent crime on families and communities. Antwan Jones is remembered by his loved ones as a devoted father and a kind-hearted individual who was taken too soon.
