“Anne Arundel County Man Pleads Guilty to Shooting, Killing Ronal Alcids Maldonado Quijana at COVID-19 Party”

Accident – Death – Obituary News : Title: Anne Arundel County Man Pleads Guilty to Fatal Shooting at COVID-Era Party

Meta Title: Monday Evening News Roundup (1/22/2024) – Anne Arundel County Man Pleads Guilty to Fatal Shooting at COVID-Era Party

Meta Description: Wilber Oswaldo Nunez-Menendez, a 28-year-old man from Anne Arundel County, has pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and attempted second-degree murder charges related to a shooting at a party in Edgewood during the COVID-19 pandemic. The incident resulted in the death of Ronal Alcids Maldonado Quijana, 52, and injured another individual.

BALTIMORE — In a recent development, Wilber Oswaldo Nunez-Menendez, a resident of Anne Arundel County, has pleaded guilty to charges of second-degree murder and attempted second-degree murder. The charges are connected to a shooting incident that took place at a party in Edgewood during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Anne Arundel County State’s Attorney’s Office confirmed this news on Monday.

The shooting occurred on November 14, 2020, at a residence located on Brick Church Road in Edgewater. Nunez-Menendez, 28, attended an outdoor party at the house, which featured food, drinks, and a bonfire. It is reported that he was the nephew of a former co-worker, according to county authorities.

During the course of the evening, a verbal dispute broke out between Nunez-Menendez and other partygoers. In a shocking turn of events, he pulled out a firearm and fired shots at two men, resulting in the death of Ronal Alcids Maldonado Quijana, 52, and leaving a 28-year-old man injured.

Fortunately, a witness at the scene managed to obtain the shooter’s name and phone number through work connections and promptly informed the county authorities. The police were able to secure a photograph of the suspect and subsequently identified Nunez-Menendez through a lineup.

Following the identification, investigators issued an arrest warrant for Nunez-Menendez. However, it was discovered that he had fled the country. Authorities revealed that he was later extradited from El Salvador to Maryland on May 11, 2023, by U.S. Marshals. He was then handed over to the Anne Arundel County Police, as confirmed by the Anne Arundel County State’s Attorney’s Office.

In addition to the murder charges, Nunez-Menendez has also pleaded guilty to two counts of use of a handgun in a violent crime. The plea was entered at the Anne Arundel County Circuit Court in Annapolis. Nunez-Menendez is scheduled to be sentenced on April 16, 2024.

The case has garnered significant attention due to its tragic circumstances and the connection to the COVID-19 pandemic. The guilty plea marks a significant step towards justice for the victims and their families.

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