The Waterbury Times|Published Dec 30, 2025

Waterbury, CT) — The victim who died from injuries sustained during a violent disturbance on Grove Street has been identified as Ricardo Maldonado, 57, of Waterbury, according to Waterbury Police.

Recap of the Incident

On December 27, 2025, at approximately 7:17 p.m., Waterbury Police Patrol Officers responded to 144 Grove Street for reports of a physical altercation inside the building involving a weapon.

Upon arrival, officers located two male victims, later identified as Ricardo Maldonado and Kendren Barnes, both suffering from injuries consistent with being inflicted by an edged weapon. Both men were transported to local area hospitals for treatment.

Maldonado later succumbed to his injuries.

Suspect Charged

On December 29, 2025, Waterbury resident Kendren Barnes, 47, was redetermined to be a suspect in the incident. Barnes was taken into custody and formally charged with Murder.

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Barnes has since been turned over to the court and was assigned a $2.5 million bond. Police report that Barnes has an extensive history of violence and has been frequently arrested in the past.

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Ongoing Investigation

This remains an active and ongoing investigation.

Anyone with information related to this incident is urged to contact the Waterbury Police Department Detective Bureau at (203) 574-6941, or call the anonymous Crime Stoppers tip line at (203) 755-1234.

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