Eddie Rivero, a 38-year-old man, was fatally shot on April 24, 2025, at his used car dealership, Priced Right Motors, in Miami, Florida. The incident occurred in the early afternoon and was reportedly the result of an ongoing family dispute. Rivero, who was of Hispanic descent, was confronted by his half-brother, Roberto Leyva, at the dealership. Witnesses described a tense exchange between the two men before Leyva pulled out a firearm and opened fire.
Rivero was struck multiple times and was rushed to HCA Florida Kendall Hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
The shooting was not an isolated act of violence but part of a larger altercation that left three people injured. Along with Rivero, another unidentified victim was wounded in the attack. Leyva, the alleged shooter, was also critically injured, though authorities have not confirmed whether his injuries were self-inflicted or the result of an exchange of gunfire with law enforcement. Miami-Dade Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz stated that the incident was domestic-related and not a random act of violence. A pistol and a rifle were recovered at the scene, supporting witness accounts that Leyva was armed with multiple weapons.
Law enforcement officials responded swiftly to the shooting, with deputies arriving at the dealership shortly after gunfire erupted. A female deputy was reportedly unaware of the severity of the situation upon arrival. Witnesses recounted that Rivero pleaded with his half-brother, urging him not to go through with the attack. Despite his efforts, Leyva fired multiple shots, striking Rivero fatally. The third victim, who was injured but survived, remains in stable condition.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting, including the nature of the dispute between Rivero and Leyva. While no additional suspects have been named, law enforcement officials have emphasized that the incident was confined to the family and did not pose a broader threat to the community. The tragedy has left Rivero’s family and colleagues in shock, as they mourn the loss of a businessman who was well-known in the local automotive industry.
