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Virginia Beach man pleads guilty to murder of wife in 2019

Brandon Wysong was arrested in November of 2019 after police say he shot and killed his wife, Elena Victoria Wysong.
Credit: Virginia Beach Sheriff's Office
Brandon Wysong

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — A Virginia Beach man who was arrested for fatally shooting his wife in 2019 pleaded guilty to second-degree murder on Wednesday.

Brandon Wysong was arrested in November of 2019 after police say he shot and killed his wife, Elena Victoria Wysong, in the 800 block of Westminster Lane.

According to court documents, Wysong pled guilty to second-degree murder, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, and possession of a firearm by a non-violent felon. 

According to the Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney, the judge deferred acceptance of the plea agreement, pending sentencing. Wysong's sentencing is set for May 2, 2023.

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