NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 14, 2026Miami-Dade
Family of Nathaniel Baez files wrongful death lawsuit against Walmart following 2023 Florida City shooting
The family of Nathaniel Baez has filed a lawsuit against Walmart alleging the company failed to prevent a fatal confrontation involving a store employee. The incident, which occurred in 2023 at the Florida City location, resulted in the death of 23-year-old Baez and injury to another shopper.
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The lawsuit seeks to hold a major retailer legally and financially responsible for the actions of an employee who allegedly summoned armed individuals to the store during a workplace dispute.
Key Facts
- A lawsuit has been filed against Walmart by the family of Nathaniel Baez.
- The shooting occurred at the Florida City Walmart located at 33501 South Dixie Highway.
- Nathaniel Baez, 23, was killed during the incident.
- A 72-year-old shopper was shot in the foot and survived.
- The incident began as an altercation involving Nathaniel Baez and a Walmart employee, Roberto Acevedo.
- The family alleges Walmart failed to prevent the confrontation and that the employee should have contacted a manager instead of calling armed friends.
- Steve Lestin, 28, was arrested and charged with second-degree murder.
- The shooting was captured on store surveillance video.
- The incident took place around 3 p.m. over three years ago.
Who's Mentioned
personNathaniel Baez“The 23-year-old victim of the shooting.”organizationWalmart“The retail company being sued.”personRoberto Acevedo“The former Walmart employee involved in the altercation.”personSamuel Baez“Father of Nathaniel Baez.”personBetsabe Santos“Mother of Nathaniel Baez.”location33501 South Dixie Highway“The address of the Florida City Walmart where the shooting occurred.”personTodd Michaels“Attorney for the Baez family.”personSteve Lestin“The accused gunman facing second-degree murder charges.”