Trial Begins in Deadly I-40 Shooting

The trial for Josue Quintanilla-Reyes, accused of fatally shooting Ricardo Baez Cardenas on Interstate 40 in March 2025, kicks off Monday in Raleigh. The 34-year-old defendant, who’s been jailed since last year, faces murder, assault with a deadly weapon, and a federal gun charge for possessing a firearm unlawfully — carrying up to 15 years if convicted. His defense argues his immigration status shouldn’t influence jury perceptions of self-defense, seeking to exclude that evidence. Cardenas, a father of two, didn’t know the accused. Family members will speak as jury selection and opening statements begin this week. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5712b8f6d4569eb9