Martin Valdivia dies in fatal Columbus Far West Side shooting
Fatal Columbus Far West Side shooting death of Martin Valdivia – Obituary
Martin Valdivia, 37, was shot and killed late Wednesday night at an apartment complex on Columbus’ Far West Side. The incident occurred around 11:15 p.m. on the 5600 block of Cabot Cove Drive. Police responded after receiving calls reporting gunfire, as well as reports of a person found lying on the ground with gunshot wounds.
Upon arrival, officers discovered Valdivia outside an apartment building. Emergency medical personnel pronounced him dead at the scene at 11:42 p.m.
Homicide detectives have charged Jose D. Guzman Castaneda, 36, with murder, alleging he shot Valdivia following an altercation at the Cabot Cove Apartments. Police apprehended Castaneda nearby and recovered a firearm at the scene, though it’s uncertain if it was the weapon used in the shooting.
Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to reach out to the Columbus Division of Police Homicide Unit at 614-645-4730.