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Stockton Homicide: Woman Killed Hours After Funeral

22-year-old Jeanessa Williams was shot and killed in Stockton, California, hours after attending her uncle's funeral. Police are investigating and the family is seeking justice.

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Who was Jeanessa Williams and what happened to her?: Jeanessa Williams, a 22-year-old Stockton native, was shot and killed at a motel in Stockton, California, on Saturday night. The suspect remains at large.
How did the family describe Jeanessa, and what are their reactions to her death?: The family described Williams as a positive and loving person with a contagious laugh. They are heartbroken and seeking answers regarding her death, which is Stockton's 44th homicide of 2024.
What was Williams doing in Stockton, and what were the circumstances surrounding her death?: Williams had traveled from Texas to attend her uncle's funeral and was with family hours before the shooting. She was killed just minutes after leaving her family to retrieve an item from her motel room.
What information has the Stockton Police Department released about the case, and what is their current situation?: Stockton Police have not released a suspect description or motive, but the family suspects a robbery gone wrong. The department is working to address understaffing and prevent future violence, with 20 of the year's homicides remaining unsolved.
What is the family's plea to the public, and what is the significance of this homicide in the context of Stockton's crime rate?: The family is urging anyone with information about Williams' murder to contact Stockton Police. They are devastated by the loss and want justice for Jeanessa, whose death follows the recent loss of her uncle.

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