Ricardo De Lara, a 22-year-old Hispanic male, was tragically killed on May 16, 2020, in Kissimmee, Florida. The incident occurred around midnight when someone approached his home and fired multiple shots through a door and window. Ricardo was found dead inside his residence after neighbors reported hearing gunshots. The sliding back doors of his home were shattered, and the front door was riddled with bullets.
Despite extensive investigations, the person responsible for his death has not been apprehended.
Ricardo, affectionately known as Ricky, was the youngest of three siblings and a beloved member of his family. He was a student at Valencia College and a music blogger. His family described him as a loving son, brother, and uncle who enjoyed playing video games with his nephew, traveling with his parents, and cooking with his niece. The loss of Ricardo has left his family devastated, and they continue to seek justice for his untimely death.
The Kissimmee Police Department has been actively investigating the case, but no suspects have been identified. Surveillance footage from the night of the murder shows a man walking through the neighborhood, whom the police have labeled as a person of interest. Despite following numerous leads and conducting interviews with people connected to Ricardo, the police have not been able to determine a motive or identify the perpetrator. The family believes that the attack was not random and that the assailant had a specific intent.
In the wake of Ricardo's death, his family has established the Supreme Scholars Foundation Scholarship in his honor. This scholarship aims to support students pursuing technical education, reflecting Ricardo's spirit and legacy. The family continues to hold memorials and publicize his case, hoping that someone with information will come forward and help bring the killer to justice. The community's support and the family's determination to keep Ricardo's memory alive underscore the profound impact of his loss.
