On February 9, 2023, Brandon Rice, a 37-year-old man from Cleveland Heights, Ohio, was tragically killed in a shooting incident at his home. The incident occurred in the early morning hours, around 2:48 a.m., in the 3300 block of Altamont Road in Cleveland Heights.
According to reports, Rice's girlfriend called 911, stating that she "had to shoot her boyfriend" following an alleged altercation. When police officers arrived at the scene, they found Brandon Rice deceased inside the home.
The Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner's Office later confirmed his identity.
At the time of the incident, the couple's 11-year-old child was present in the home but was not injured. Preliminary information revealed that Rice, his girlfriend, and their child all lived together in the residence.
Following the shooting, the girlfriend was taken to a local hospital with unspecified injuries. As of the latest available information, she was considered a suspect in the case, but no formal charges had been reported. The Cleveland Heights police department launched an ongoing homicide investigation into the circumstances surrounding Brandon Rice's death.
The details and cause of the "altercation" that allegedly led to the shooting remain unknown. The case has left Rice's family devastated, with his mother, Lisa Rice, expressing her grief and determination to seek justice for her son. She has since participated in vigils and gatherings for survivors of violent crime and families of victims, using these platforms to share her son's story and advocate for justice.
Brandon Rice was known in his community as an aspiring rapper and actor who went by the stage name B. RICE. He had been involved in various entertainment projects, including music and film appearances. Rice leaves behind a son, Preston, who has also been involved in the entertainment industry.
As the investigation continues, authorities have not released further details about potential arrests or additional suspects. The community and Rice's family continue to seek answers and closure in this tragic case.
