Rijkaard Florvil Arrested in Fatal Shooting Outside Orlando Club
Orange County deputies have arrested 33-year-traditional Rijkaard Florvil and charged him with first-degree murder with a firearm following a shooting that occurred outside an after-hours club in Orlando on March 1, 2026. The victim, 29-year-old Kendy Alexandre, was pronounced dead at a local hospital.
Details of the Incident
The shooting took place around 3:30 a.m. In the 700 block of N. Apopka Vineland Road. Deputies responding to a report of an aggravated battery found Alexandre suffering from a gunshot wound to the head Hoodline, Fox 35 Orlando.
Alexandre was transported to Orlando Regional Medical Center, where he was later pronounced dead Yahoo News.
The Arrest and Investigation
Witnesses described the shooter as a man driving a lifted green Jeep. Deputies located the vehicle traveling north on N. Apopka Vineland Road and detained Florvil Fox 35 Orlando.
Two witnesses identified Florvil as the shooter, with one stating they saw him shoot Alexandre in the head Fox 35 Orlando.
During questioning, Florvil initially claimed he fired two shots into the air during a fight in the parking lot and then left the scene Hoodline, Fox 35 Orlando.
Surveillance Footage Contradicts Account
However, surveillance footage from the club and nearby businesses contradicted Florvil’s statement Yahoo News. The video reportedly shows Florvil approaching the fight, pointing a gun, and firing the shot that struck Alexandre Hoodline, Yahoo News.
The footage also shows Florvil standing over the victim before returning to his Jeep and driving away Yahoo News.
A search of Florvil’s vehicle revealed a black Glock 9mm handgun, a magazine, and four live 9mm rounds Yahoo News.
Ongoing Concerns About After-Hours Venues
The shooting occurred in an area known for late-night activity and has prompted increased scrutiny of after-hours venues along N. Apopka Vineland Road. Authorities have previously noted concerns about violence and unlawful alcohol sales in the area Hoodline.