The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is investigating a homicide after a man was shot and killed Thursday evening in Riverview.
On November 12, 2026, at 6:24 p.m., our 911 Dispatch Center received multiple calls reporting a shooting at a business located in the 10000 block of South U.S. Highway 301.
When deputies arrived, they found a man suffering from upper body trauma behind the business. Hillsborough County Fire Rescue responded and transported the victim, Joel Del Toro, 20, to the hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. Next of kin has been notified.
Detectives responded to the scene and began investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Preliminary investigation indicates an altercation occurred in the area of the business before gunfire erupted.
Anyone with information on this incident is being asked to contact HCSO's non-emergency line at (813) 247-8200.
The investigation is ongoing, and any updates will be provided by the Public Affairs Office.
