PUEBLO, Colo. — The south side of Pueblo is reeling in grief following the heartbreaking and senseless loss of a young man known and loved by many as Brycey “Brix”, who was tragically shot and killed early Saturday morning. The devastating news has sent shockwaves through the community, leaving family, friends, and neighbors mourning the death of someone described as full of life, laughter, and promise.
According to the Pueblo Police Department, officers were dispatched to reports of a shooting in the early morning hours on Saturday in the city’s south side. When officers arrived, they found the victim, identified by loved ones as Brycey “Brix,” suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Despite emergency responders’ best efforts to save his life, he was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have since launched a homicide investigation and are urging anyone with information to come forward as they search for those responsible.
The news of Brycey’s death has left a deep wound in Pueblo’s tight-knit community. Known affectionately by his nickname “Brix,” he was remembered as a charismatic and kindhearted young man who brought light and laughter wherever he went. Friends say he had a contagious smile, a big heart, and an ability to make everyone feel seen and valued.
“He had so much potential and so much love for the people around him,” one close friend shared. “It’s unreal that he’s gone. He was the kind of person who made you believe in better days, no matter what life threw at him.”
Family members, shattered by the loss, described Brycey as a loving son, brother, and friend whose life was just beginning to unfold. He had dreams, goals, and a strong sense of loyalty to those he cared about. His family says he was working toward building a better future — one rooted in hope, growth, and giving back to his community.
“He wasn’t perfect, but he was real,” a relative said. “He was trying to do better, to live right, to make something of himself. He had the biggest heart, and he didn’t deserve this.”
As word of the tragedy spread, dozens of friends and community members gathered at the scene and later in neighborhood parks to hold an impromptu vigil in Brycey’s memory. Candles, balloons, and handwritten messages now mark the place where his life was taken, serving as a somber reminder of yet another young life lost to senseless violence.
Community leaders have expressed sorrow and frustration over the continued rise in shootings that have impacted Pueblo in recent months. Many are calling for unity, compassion, and renewed efforts to reach young people before violence takes another life.
“We’re tired of burying our youth,” one community advocate said during the vigil. “Brycey’s death cannot be in vain. We have to love each other harder, protect each other, and fight for a future where our kids can grow old.”
The Pueblo Police Department is continuing its investigation and has increased patrols in the area as detectives gather evidence and speak with potential witnesses. They are urging anyone with information to contact the department’s Crimes Against Persons Section or Pueblo Crime Stoppers anonymously.
As the investigation continues, the south side of Pueblo stands united in grief — mourning a young man whose life, though tragically short, left a lasting impact on everyone who knew him. Brycey “Brix” will be remembered not for the violence that claimed his life, but for the love, laughter, and light he brought into the world.
His family has asked for privacy as they navigate this unimaginable loss and begin to make arrangements to celebrate his life. In the coming days, community members plan to gather for a formal vigil and balloon release to honor his memory, pray for justice, and call for peace.
Anyone with information regarding the shooting is encouraged to contact the Pueblo Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 719-542-STOP (7867). Anonymous tips leading to an arrest could be eligible for a cash reward.
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