On February 14, 2023, at approximately 5:13 a.m., Dallas Police responded to a shooting call in the 7800 block of Texridge Drive. Upon arrival, officers discovered 39-year-old Rigoberto Meza with a fatal gunshot wound; he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Through their investigation, detectives identified a teenage suspect responsible for the shooting. The juvenile was promptly arrested, charged with murder, and transported to the Henry Wade Justice Center.
The Dallas Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident, which is documented under case number 025727-2023.
In the wake of Meza's death, his family arranged funeral services to honor his memory. A visitation was held on February 20, 2023, at a private residence in Dallas, followed by a funeral service on February 21 at Santa Clara Catholic Church. Interment took place at Laurel Land Memorial Park.
The tragic loss of Rigoberto Meza has deeply affected his family and the Dallas community. As the legal process unfolds, the juvenile suspect faces serious charges, and authorities continue to seek a comprehensive understanding of the events leading to this fatal encounter.
