On June 2, 2023, 19-year-old Erick Iván Ríos Navarro was fatally shot during a soccer game in San Antonio, Texas. The incident occurred around 10 p.m. in the 3600 block of Roland Avenue, near South Side Lions Park, where approximately 100 spectators had gathered to watch the match. Witnesses reported that an argument erupted between two men on the field, escalating until one individual drew a firearm and discharged multiple rounds into the crowd, striking Ríos Navarro in the chest.
He was transported to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.
Ríos Navarro was known as a hardworking young man who had been living with his girlfriend's family in San Antonio. He had plans to marry his girlfriend, and his untimely death left his family and loved ones devastated. His mother traveled from Mexico to retrieve his body, expressing profound grief over the loss of her son.
In the aftermath of the shooting, the San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) launched an investigation to identify and apprehend the suspect. They released an image of the individual believed to be responsible and appealed to the public for assistance. Despite these efforts, the suspect managed to flee the scene by climbing over a fence, and as of the latest available information, no arrests have been made. Authorities have urged anyone with information to contact the SAPD Homicide Unit, offering a reward of up to $5,000 for tips leading to an arrest.
The tragic death of Erick Iván Ríos Navarro has left a lasting impact on his community, with family and friends calling for justice and urging witnesses to come forward. The investigation remains ongoing, and the SAPD continues to seek any leads that could help bring the perpetrator to justice.
