Orlando Rivera, 40, was found dead in his Kissimmee, Florida home on February 16, 2020, of multiple gunshot wounds. Investigators described the death as a violent homicide that prompted a focused inquiry into Rivera’s recent interactions.

Detectives reported Rivera had been involved in a dispute with several people in the weeks before his death, a conflict said to involve personal and financial matters and to have included threats against him. Law enforcement concentrated on identifying those connected to that dispute as part of the investigation.

Several arrests were made in connection with the case. The prosecution presented witness testimony, surveillance footage and forensic analysis at trial, and the court heard family and friends describe Rivera as a beloved member of the community. Rivera’s death deeply affected Kissimmee and prompted calls for justice and efforts to prevent similar violence.

If anyone knew Rivera, his recent contacts, or has information about the dispute, please share what is known.