On February 28, 2023, at approximately 1:30 p.m., a tragic shooting occurred at Walters Food Mart, located in the 2100 block of Burnet Street on San Antonio's East Side. Two men in their 30s were standing outside the convenience store when individuals in a white sedan traveling northbound opened fire with semi-automatic rifles. The assailants fired over 60 rounds, leaving behind a significant number of shell casings at the scene.
One of the victims, identified as 31-year-old Jerome Joseph Crenshaw, sustained critical injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. The second victim suffered gunshot wounds to his legs and was hospitalized in stable condition.
In the immediate aftermath of the incident, San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) officers canvassed the area for witnesses and evidence. Despite the broad daylight attack, no witnesses have come forward with information regarding the suspects or the motive behind the shooting. The lack of eyewitness accounts has posed a significant challenge to the investigation.
As of now, there have been no arrests made in connection with the murder of Jerome Joseph Crenshaw. The SAPD continues to urge anyone with information about the shooting to come forward, emphasizing the importance of community assistance in solving the case. Authorities have not publicly disclosed any potential leads or suspects, and the investigation remains active and ongoing.
The tragic death of Jerome Crenshaw has left a void in the lives of his family and friends. Born to Jerome Crenshaw Jr. and Rhonda Crenshaw, Jerome was remembered by those close to him as a beloved son.
The community remains hopeful that justice will be served and that those responsible for this senseless act of violence will be apprehended. In the meantime, the memory of Jerome Joseph Crenshaw endures in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.
