By Ghazali Ibrahim 
Jonathan Joss, a 59-year-old American actor best known for his voice role as John Redcorn on the popular animated series King of the Hill, was shot and killed on Sunday during a dispute with a neighbour, according to a report by the BBC.
In a statement released Monday, the San Antonio Police Department confirmed that 56 year old Sigfredo Ceja Alvarez has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with the fatal shooting.
The exact circumstances surrounding the altercation have not yet been made public, and authorities say the investigation is still ongoing.
“Despite online claims of this being a hate crime, currently the investigation has found no evidence to indicate that Mr. Joss’s murder was related to his sexual orientation,” police said.
“Investigators handle these allegations very seriously and have thoroughly reviewed all available information. Should any new evidence come to light, the suspect will be charged accordingly.”
Joss earned wide recognition for his portrayal of Native American characters in both television and film.
Aside from his iconic work on King of the Hill, he also appeared in productions such as Parks and Recreation, Comanche Moon, and The Magnificent Seven.
His death has sparked an outpouring of grief across the entertainment community.
