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Suspect In ‘King Of The Hill’ Star’s Murder Has Been Released By Police

Update on the Jonathan Joss’ case revealed.

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There has been an update regarding Sigfredo Ceja Alvarez, the suspect in Jonathan Joss’s death, just days after the incident.

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Jonathan’s rise to fame highlighted.

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Jonathan Joss got his start in the late 1990s, becoming a standout voice in the animated TV world as John Redcorn on “King of the Hill.”

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A proud Native American actor of Comanche and White Mountain Apache heritage, Joss fought for authentic representation in film and television.

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He had roles in “Parks and Recreation,” “Walker, Texas Ranger,” and even appeared in Leonardo DiCaprio’s “The Revenant.”

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Joss was also a community figure, attending conventions, speaking on diversity panels, and supporting Native talent behind the scenes.

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In his personal life, Joss married Tristan Kern de Gonzales, sharing glimpses of their love on social media in travel photos and cozy home posts.

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The couple lived in San Antonio, where Joss continued to work in voice acting and independent projects while staying close to his roots.

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Fatal incident explained.

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Joss’s neighbor, Sigfredo Ceja Alvarez, reportedly clashed with him multiple times in recent months, according to locals in the area.

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On a quiet Sunday night, that tension boiled over in what police later called a “heated verbal exchange.”

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Jonathan Joss was fatally shot that night, with police quickly responding to the scene and identifying Alvarez as the prime suspect.

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According to the arrest affidavit, Alvarez confessed to the shooting shortly after being taken into custody.

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Aftermath of incident profiled.

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Hours after the news broke, Joss’s husband took to Facebook to accuse Alvarez of a hate-motivated attack.

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In a now-viral post, Tristan claimed homophobic slurs were shouted before Alvarez pulled the trigger, calling the act a hate crime.

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But San Antonio PD responded that there was no evidence — as of now — to support classifying the shooting as hate-based.

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Eyewitnesses gave conflicting accounts, and the police emphasized that the motive was still under investigation.

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As fans learned the news, tributes flooded in for Joss, calling him “a legend,” “a trailblazer,” and “a voice of strength.”

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Co-stars, colleagues, and creators of “King of the Hill” expressed heartbreak over the loss of one of the show’s most iconic talents.

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Online posts demanded answers, and hashtags like #JusticeForJoss began trending as public anger grew.

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Shocking new development released.

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Alvarez was officially charged with murder, and court documents laid out the early details of the case against him.

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Though he admitted to the crime, Alvarez was set to face trial — with community members expecting him to remain behind bars until then.

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Just days later, the public was hit with a stunning development: Alvarez had posted a $200,000 bail.

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San Antonio authorities confirmed Alvarez is now under house arrest, fitted with an ankle monitor, and forbidden from possessing weapons.

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He’ll also undergo random drug and alcohol testing while confined to his home, pending further court proceedings.

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“He confessed. Why is he free?” one commenter asked under a viral update on the case.

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Legal experts explained that murder suspects in Texas can post bond, even after confessing — though it’s far from typical.

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The fact that Joss’s accused killer is no longer in custody has left friends, fans, and family reeling.

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Prosecutors haven’t yet confirmed whether hate crime charges will be added, as the investigation into motive remains active.

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The fight for justice continues.

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Joss’s loved ones say they will continue fighting for full accountability, no matter how long it takes.

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The world lost more than a character — it lost a fierce advocate, a boundary-pushing artist, and a deeply loved man.

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As the court case inches forward, all eyes remain fixed on Texas to see what happens next.

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From Hollywood to hometown Texas, the cry is growing louder: “We won’t let this be forgotten.”

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With the suspect out, the motive unclear, and the legal process ongoing, this case is far from closed.

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The fight for justice for Jonathan Joss is only just beginning.

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