Efrain Andrande Jimenez Killed in Delaware County Shooting; Suspect Bruno Vasquez Munguia Remains at Large

Delaware County, OH — The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office has identified the victim of a deadly shooting that occurred on September 8 as 31-year-old Efrain Andrande Jimenez. Authorities allege that Jimenez was shot and killed by 35-year-old Bruno Vasquez Munguia, who is currently on the run and considered armed and dangerous.

The shooting took place around 3 a.m. on Sunday in the 9000 block of Norton-Waldo Road. Deputies were called to the scene on reports of shots fired and found Jimenez with fatal gunshot wounds. Despite efforts by first responders, Jimenez was pronounced dead at the scene.

Bruno Vasquez Munguia, the suspect in the shooting, remains at large, and law enforcement officials are urging the public not to approach him. Munguia is believed to be armed and dangerous, and authorities have emphasized the importance of immediately calling 911 if he is seen. The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office, along with the U.S. Marshals, is actively searching for Munguia, who may be in the Columbus area or possibly in Indiana.

Munguia is facing serious charges, including murder and aggravated murder. Authorities have not released details regarding the motive behind the shooting, but they are urging anyone with information on Munguia’s whereabouts to come forward. The collaboration with the U.S. Marshals underscores the seriousness of the manhunt, as they work tirelessly to locate and apprehend the suspect.

The Delaware County community is on high alert as the search for Munguia continues. Residents are advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity. The Sheriff’s Office has also reminded the public that harboring a fugitive is a serious offense and has urged anyone with knowledge of Munguia’s location to assist in bringing him to justice.

This tragic incident has left the community reeling, and local leaders are calling for calm as law enforcement works to resolve the situation. The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office is committed to ensuring the safety of residents and is taking all necessary steps to locate and arrest the suspect.

As the investigation unfolds, the focus remains on finding Bruno Vasquez Munguia and ensuring that he is held accountable for the death of Efrain Andrande Jimenez. Authorities continue to follow leads and ask for the public’s cooperation in this critical time, hoping to bring closure to Jimenez’s family and restore a sense of safety to the community.