San Francisco, CA – Today, San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins announced that Michael Javius (22), was charged in connection with a fatal shooting in the Tenderloin. Mr. Javius is charged with murder (PC 187(a)) with an allegation that he personally and intentionally discharged a firearm in the commission of the murder (PC12022.53(d)). He is scheduled to be arraigned on January 2, 2025, at 9:00 AM in Department 10 at the Hall of Justice. The District Attorney’s Office moved to have him detained pending trial due to the public safety risk he poses.

“I would like to thank the San Francisco Police for their investigation and arrest in this case,” said District Attorney Brooke Jenkins. “My office will now do everything in our power to fight for justice in the courtroom on behalf of the victim in this case and also the Tenderloin community who is also impacted by such senseless acts of violence.”

According to court records, on October 30, 2024, Mr. Javius and another man can be seen inside of a corner store at the corner of Ellis Street and Jones Streets. The victim appears to come into the store and line up in front of Mr. Javius at the counter. He then pays for his purchase before Mr. Javius and then exits the store. Once the victim exited, Mr. Javius allegedly put on a sweatshirt, exited the store and immediately walked up to the victim and shot him in the face at close range while victim stood on the sidewalk outside the market. After the shooting, Mr. Javius allegedly left the area travelling northbound on Jones Street.

Although charges have been filed, and this case is being handled by the San Francisco District Attorney’s Homicide Unit, this remains an active investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call the San Francisco Police Department Tip Line at 1-415-575-4444 or Text a Tip to TIP411 and begin the text message with SFPD. You may remain anonymous.

Court Number: 24023228