On a Saturday in Las Vegas, William Emerson Hill Jr., a 54-year-old Black male, was killed in a shooting on November 26, 2022. The incident occurred while he was trying to jump-start his vehicle at a residence in the central area of the city. He was tragically lost to gun violence on that day. Known as a dedicated family man, he was a cherished father, husband, grandfather, brother, and uncle.
In his professional life, he was a chef.
The investigation into his death led authorities to identify multiple individuals believed to be involved. According to police reports, several people approached Hill before a physical altercation broke out, which then escalated to a fatal shooting. After the incident, the individuals who were there fled the scene before law enforcement could arrive.
In connection with the murder of William Emerson Hill Jr., two suspects were eventually identified and apprehended. William Hill III, 30, and Tyree Mays, also 30, were named as the individuals responsible for his death. William Hill III was arrested in Clark County, Nevada, and booked into the Clark County Detention Center on charges including open murder. Tyree Mays was arrested in Portland, Oregon, by the FBI's Criminal Apprehension Team and was held in a local facility awaiting extradition back to Las Vegas to face charges.
