Marisela Cadena, a 43-year-old woman of Hispanic ethnicity, tragically lost her life on February 28, 2020, in San Antonio, Texas. She was fatally shot at a Subway restaurant on the Southeast Loop 410. Cadena was taken to a local hospital where she succumbed to her injuries later that day. The incident was a result of domestic violence, as Cadena had filed a protective order against her ex-boyfriend, Andrew Munoz, just two days before the shooting.
Andrew Munoz, 42, was identified as the
suspect in the case. According to court records, Munoz and Cadena had a tumultuous relationship marked by domestic violence incidents that began in June 2018. In November 2019, Cadena ended the relationship, but Munoz continued to harass and threaten her. On February 16, 2020, Munoz abducted Cadena and held her against her will for six hours, threatening to harm her and her grandchildren. Despite her efforts to escape the abusive relationship, Cadena agreed to meet Munoz at the Subway restaurant on the day of the shooting.
San Antonio Police Department Chief William McManus described the case as a frustrating example of domestic violence. Authorities had obtained a warrant to arrest Munoz for aggravated kidnapping two days before the fatal shooting. Unfortunately, Munoz was found dead with a gunshot wound to the head in a wooded area near the scene of the crime just two days after the shooting. The discovery of Munoz's body complicated the investigation, as it prevented authorities from questioning him about the incident.
The tragic death of Marisela Cadena highlights the severe consequences of domestic violence and the challenges victims face in seeking protection. Despite her efforts to escape the abusive relationship and obtain a protective order, Cadena ultimately fell victim to her ex-boyfriend's violent actions. The case serves as a reminder of the importance of supporting and protecting victims of domestic violence to prevent such senseless tragedies.
