SAPD Retracts Statement: Hate Crime Investigation into Jonathan Joss Murder

San Antonio Police Chief William McManus admitted that his department's initial statement claiming there was no evidence of a hate crime in the murder of Jonathan Joss was premature. The statement, released just days after Joss's death on June 1st, has now been retracted following a press conference where McManus stated, "It was way too soon before we had any real information." This admission comes after significant public outcry and concerns about the initial dismissal of potential hate crime motives. The San Antonio Police Department's June 2nd statement on X, initially stating 'no evidence' to indicate the murder was related to Joss's sexual orientation, is now being viewed as a misstep in the investigation. McManus's statement highlights the need for thorough investigations before releasing public statements, especially in sensitive cases involving hate crime allegations. The case continues to be investigated, and the community awaits further updates and a full accounting of the circumstances surrounding Joss’s death. The retraction underscores the importance of careful consideration and due diligence in police investigations.