‘Sandlot’ Star Marty York’s Mother Murdered, Police Searching for Killer

3:23 PM PT — Marty York recently shared a heart-wrenching message on social media, revealing the tragic loss of his mother. He posted a photo of her and wrote, “This is the hardest post I’m ever going to have to write. Last night my mother was murdered by a man she was seeing. Right now there is a nationwide manhunt.”

He expressed his shock and anger, saying, “If you’ve seen this man please call the police immediately. I can’t even comprehend what is happening right now, but I feel if I find this person I’m going to physically maul him. I pray to God I don’t find him because it will be a fate worse than hell.”

Tragedy has struck the family of Marty York, best known for his role as “Yeah-Yeah” in the 1993 film “The Sandlot.” Marty’s mother, Deanna Esmaeel, who was a sheriff’s deputy, was found murdered in her own home. Officials are currently searching for the suspected killer.

The Del Norte County Sheriff’s Office reported that Deanna Esmaeel was discovered dead at her residence in Crescent City, California. The authorities are now actively searching for Daniel James Walter (who also goes by Edward Patrick Davies), who is the prime suspect in the investigation.

Authorities have found Walter’s vehicle, but the 54-year-old suspect is currently at large.

Details about the incident have not been disclosed by the authorities.

Sheriff Scott of the Del Norte County Sheriff’s Office expressed condolences, stating, “We are all deeply heartbroken with the loss of Deputy Esmaeel. Our hearts and prayers go out to her family, friends, and colleagues.”

Marty York, who gained fame for his role as “Yeah-Yeah” in the beloved 1993 film “The Sandlot,” has not yet publicly addressed the tragic loss of his mother.