Felix Rivera III, 46, of Fabens, Texas, was shot and killed at his home on NE Pinkerton Street on Thanksgiving Day, November 25, 2021, at about 5:08 p.m. Deputies who responded found Rivera dead from an apparent gunshot wound. Authorities described the incident as involving family violence and criminal mischief.

A family member surrendered to deputies at the scene, but that person’s identity was not released and no charges were announced immediately. The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit took over the investigation to determine what led to the shooting. Neighbors said they heard gunshots as Rivera’s family was preparing to leave for Thanksgiving dinner and described the neighborhood as usually safe.

The investigation remained ongoing with no further public updates on arrests or litigation. If anyone knew Rivera or witnessed the events that evening, can you share information that might help clarify what happened?