PUEBLO, Colo. (November 1, 2025) — Heartbreak once again grips the Pueblo community after yet another act of senseless violence claimed the life of 21-year-old Eric Torres, marking the city’s 12th homicide of the year — a devastating tragedy that occurred just minutes after police had responded to their 11th.
According to the Pueblo Police Department, officers were dispatched to the area following reports of gunfire in the early morning hours. When they arrived, they discovered two individuals suffering from gunshot wounds. Both victims were rushed to the hospital in critical condition. For a brief moment, there was hope that they might survive — but tragically, at 10:20 a.m., Eric Torres succumbed to his injuries.
The shocking sequence of events has left residents reeling and city leaders urging for unity and peace amid a surge in violence that has shaken Pueblo to its core. What began as an ordinary Saturday quickly became another heartbreaking reminder of the toll gun violence continues to take on families, friends, and the broader community.
Eric Torres was more than a name in a headline — he was a beloved son, friend, and community member, remembered for his kind heart, bright smile, and the warmth he brought to those around him. Loved ones describe him as full of potential and life, a young man with dreams and goals that now will never be fulfilled.
“Eric had such a good soul,” one friend shared. “He was always smiling, always trying to lift people up. To lose him this way — it’s just not fair.”
This devastating incident comes amid growing concerns about rising gun violence in Pueblo. In recent months, law enforcement and community advocates have worked tirelessly to curb these tragedies, but the loss of another young life underscores just how urgent those efforts remain.
The Pueblo Police Department has launched a full investigation into the shooting, asking anyone with information to come forward. As detectives work to piece together the circumstances, the community is once again left to mourn — gathering at vigils, sharing memories, and supporting the Torres family through unimaginable grief.
As candles flicker and prayers are lifted, one sentiment echoes throughout the city: enough is enough. Pueblo mourns not only Eric Torres but also the growing list of lives cut short by violence — each one a devastating loss that leaves an unfillable void in the hearts of those left behind.
Eric Torres will be remembered for his light, his laughter, and the love he shared with those lucky enough to know him. May his memory inspire healing, peace, and a renewed call for change within the community he called home.
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