On July 5, 2014, Deputies from the Levy County
Sheriff’s Office responded to the area of 3571 NE 218th Avenue to
the report of gunshots being fired in a quiet neighborhood community east of
Williston. The investigation revealed that Leo Rives (DOB 11/25/82) had been shot
multiple times and was found deceased beside the white Ford Crown Victoria he
borrowed from a family member.
This July 5th marks the fourth
anniversary of this violent murder, and the case remains unsolved. Leads
related to this murder have been few over these past four years, and the LCSO
is hopeful this year’s anniversary will bring new information which will allow
us to solve the case. LCSO Investigators are asking the public for their
assistance in closing this case for the friends and family of Mr. Rives. Anyone wishing to provide information should
contact the lead investigator Sgt. Mike Narayan at 352-486-5111, Extension
267.
Investigators
believe that there are numerous individuals that know who is involved in the
murder. Recent leads suggest this murder was planned and intentional and Mr.
Rives was specifically targeted. These witnesses may fear retaliation and have
chosen not to become involved. We are appealing to these witnesses to do what
is right and help bring closure and justice for the family. We strongly
encourage these individuals to utilize Crime Stoppers if they wish to remain
anonymous.
Crime Stoppers of Levy County has authorized a cash award of up to
$1,000.00 for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of the person
or persons involved in the murder of Mr. Rives. That information can be
provided anonymously at 1-877-349-8477.