Suspect in Fatal Roanoke Bar Shooting Taken into Custody
Roanoke, VA – Authorities have confirmed the arrest of a suspect in connection with a deadly shooting that occurred at a bar in Roanoke.
According to the Roanoke Police Department, Gilberto Hernandez Rodriguez, 20, has been charged with second-degree murder in the death of Jose Eduardo Buenrostro-Vazquez. The shooting took place on the evening of Sunday, September 7, in the 5300 block of Williamson Road NE, where officers responded following reports of gunfire.
When officers arrived, they found Buenrostro-Vazquez with gunshot injuries. Emergency responders attempted life-saving measures, but he was declared dead at the scene. Investigators quickly began piecing together details of the incident and identified Rodriguez as the primary suspect.
On Monday, September 8, Rodriguez was apprehended in Park Forest, Illinois, several hundred miles from Roanoke. The arrest was carried out without incident thanks to the collaborative efforts of local law enforcement and the U.S. Marshals Great Lakes Regional Task Force. Authorities praised the efficiency and coordination between agencies that led to the swift apprehension.
The Roanoke Police Department confirmed Rodriguez was booked on Monday and is expected to be extradited back to Virginia, where he will face formal charges. Additional charges may be filed as the investigation progresses.
“We’re incredibly thankful for the hard work of our investigators and the vital support from the U.S. Marshals Service,” a police spokesperson said. “This case has deeply affected the community, and our thoughts remain with the loved ones of the victim.”
Authorities continue to investigate and are encouraging anyone with further information to come forward. Tips can be submitted anonymously through the Roanoke Valley Crime Line.
The tragic loss of Jose Eduardo Buenrostro-Vazquez has left a void in the lives of his family and friends and serves as a sobering reminder of the consequences of violence.
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