BALTIMORE — A 16-year-old was arrested for shooting and killing a beloved bouncer in Baltimore's Fells Point neighborhood.
Police said the shooting happened shortly before 1 a.m. on April 25 in the 1700 block of Thames Street.
Officers said 30-year-old Marco Nunez was killed as he attempted to break up a fight.
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Detectives quickly identified the 16-year-old, who was not named, from Cherry Hill Road.
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The 16-year-old will be charged with 1st-degree murder and other related charges.
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Hours after the deadly shooting, dozens of people poured onto the streets of Baltimore's Fells Point to pay tribute Nunez.
Friends said Nunez was a father, husband and beloved security guard.
"He’s one of those people you feel their heart before you see their face," said Omar Rodriguez.
There was a combined $16,000 reward that leads to an arrest.
