Loved ones gathered on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Pleasant Heights Missionary Baptist Church in Riviera Beach, Florida, to celebrate the life of Nathaniel Padgett.
Padgett was killed in an alleged road rage shooting on April 16th. Authorities say Tyler Vidro was arrested and charged with premeditated murder and stalking after allegedly following Padgett, a FedEx driver, to his workplace before the confrontation.
According to police, Vidro (24) accused Padgett of hitting his car. Padgett (35) denied hitting his car before he was shot multiple times and later died at the hospital. Investigators say surveillance footage and witness statements showed Padgett attempted to disengage before the shooting.
24-year-old, Tyler Vidro, was charged in the stalking and fatal shooting of Nathaniel Padgett on April 16th; Photo Credit: WPEC and Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office
Vidro later told police he used his firearm because he feared for his life, according to the arrest report. However, Padgett’s girlfriend said she was riding in the delivery truck when Vidro allegedly pulled alongside them and attempted to provoke a confrontation.
Family, friends, and community members continue mourning Padgett while honoring his memory and legacy.
