Jose Rivera, a 28-year-old Hispanic male, was killed May 7, 2020, in Bedford, Texas. Investigators recorded multiple injuries consistent with blunt force trauma; reports describe a violent altercation that led to his death and say the severity of the wounds suggested the assault was intended to cause significant harm.

Law enforcement identified several suspects. A 32-year-old male was arrested and charged with first-degree murder; his name has been withheld pending trial. Two other men in their late twenties were arrested and charged with conspiracy to commit murder. Legal proceedings are ongoing.

The case drew attention in the Bedford community and Rivera’s family has been active in seeking accountability. If anyone has information about Rivera, the altercation that night, or the people charged in the case, please share what is known with investigators.