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Port St. Lucie Pub Shooting: Three Arrested After Harper’s Pub Parking Lot Incident

November 5, 2025
11:58 am

On November 4, 2025, a shooting incident at Harper’s Pub in Port St. Lucie led to three arrests, according to the Port St. Lucie Police Department (PSLPD). The event unfolded in the parking lot at 1774 SE Port St. Lucie Blvd, shortly after the pub had closed, and involved multiple individuals, gunfire, and subsequent charges. This follows a series of recent high-profile arrests in the city, such as the e-bike takeover arrests that also drew significant attention from the community.

Port St. Lucie Pub Shooting: Details of the Incident

According to a preliminary report from PSLPD, officers responded at approximately 2:48 AM to reports of a disturbance involving gunfire. The investigation revealed that Peter Riera, age 44 and a Port St. Lucie resident, brandished a Glock 30 (.45 caliber) handgun and fired four shots at three people as they ran through the parking lot. The victims—two adult males and one adult female, all in their 20s—were not struck by the gunfire.

Police stated that the three victims had just met Riera that night. All parties had been drinking together inside the pub and were reportedly intoxicated to varying degrees. The situation escalated after closing time when Riera allegedly became paranoid and accused the group of trying to “con” him, according to official sources. This confrontation led to Riera firing his weapon in the parking lot.

Charges Filed After Harper’s Pub Shooting

According to PSLPD, Peter Riera was arrested and charged with the following offenses:

Three counts of Attempted Aggravated Battery with a Deadly Weapon
Two counts of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon
Four counts of Discharging a Firearm in Public
One count of Use of a Firearm While Under the Influence

Riera was booked into the St. Lucie County Jail and is being held with no bond, according to jail records. The firearm used and four shell casings were recovered at the scene by investigators. In a separate recent case, Port St. Lucie police also arrested a man after making threats to kill, highlighting ongoing concerns about violent incidents in the area.

Additional Arrests Connected to the Incident

During the investigation, officers detained Brandon Pace, age 24, of Port St. Lucie. According to PSLPD, Pace obstructed officers during the investigation and kicked two officers while being detained. He was charged with:

One count of Resisting an Officer with Violence
Two counts of Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer

Pace is currently housed at the St. Lucie County Jail with no bond.

Kayla Damiani, age 26, also of Port St. Lucie, was arrested for one count of Resisting an Officer without Violence. Police stated that Damiani ran toward Pace and officers after being lawfully ordered to stay back, interfering with the officers’ efforts to detain Pace. Damiani was released from jail on a $500 bond. In another recent incident, officers were forced to take lethal action when they fatally shot a man armed with a knife during a confrontation, further illustrating the dangers faced by law enforcement in Port St. Lucie.

Police Investigation and Public Appeal

According to PSLPD, the investigation into the incident remains ongoing. Officers recovered the firearm used and four shell casings from the parking lot. Authorities are asking anyone who witnessed the incident or who may have video evidence to contact Detective Samantha DiPierro at (772) 871-5001 or Treasure Coast Crimestoppers at (800) 273-8477.

Officials have stated that details may be updated as the investigation continues. All information above is based on preliminary police reports and official statements from PSLPD.

Frequently Asked Questions About Port St. Lucie Pub Shooting

What happened during the Port St. Lucie pub shooting?

According to PSLPD, a disturbance in the parking lot of Harper’s Pub led to a man firing four shots at three people after the pub closed. No one was injured by gunfire, and three suspects were arrested on various charges.

How many people were arrested after the Harper’s Pub shooting?

Police arrested three people: Peter Riera, Brandon Pace, and Kayla Damiani. Riera and Pace remain in jail without bond, while Damiani was released on a $500 bond.

Are there any injuries reported from the Port St. Lucie pub shooting?

According to official police reports, none of the three victims were struck by gunfire and no injuries from the shooting have been reported.

Can you provide details about the charges filed in the incident?

Peter Riera faces multiple felony charges, including attempted aggravated battery and use of a firearm while under the influence. Brandon Pace and Kayla Damiani face charges related to resisting officers and battery on law enforcement.