Jessie Hilliard Jr. dies in fatal Stockton Memorial Day shooting
Fatal Stockton shooting death of Jessie Hilliard Jr. – Obituary
Jessie Hilliard Jr., 19, was killed alongside 27-year-old Antwane Perkins in a shooting that took place on Memorial Day afternoon on South San Joaquin Street in Stockton, California.
The San Joaquin County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed that both victims, who are Stockton residents, were pronounced dead around 4:45 p.m. after police responded to reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, officers discovered Hilliard and Perkins suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite emergency medical efforts, both men died at the scene.
Stockton Police deployed a SWAT team and BearCat vehicle as a precaution during a search of the surrounding area. Currently, homicide detectives are investigating the case, but no suspects have been identified at this time.
Authorities continue to seek information and encourage anyone with relevant details to come forward as the investigation progresses.
