Crime & Safety
Shooting Suspect Arrested After Victim Dies At Prince George's Hospital
Michael Ritch, 29, of Capitol Heights has been arrested in connection to the shooting death of 45-year-old Devin Mason Saturday.
CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD — A suspect has been taken into custody after a man died at a hospital Saturday morning.
On Oct. 17 around 11:35 a.m., Prince George's police officers were called to the 5000 block of Emo Street for a report of a shooting. The found 45-year-old Devin Mason of no fixed address outside with a gunshot wound, according to police.
Despite life-saving measures, Mason died a short time later at a hospital. During their investigation, detectives were able to identify and find 29-year-old Michael Ritch of Capitol Heights in the area several hours later. Officers took him into custody without incident, police said.
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The motive for the shooting continues to be investigated. At this time, there is no evidence the suspect and victim knew each other.
Ritch has been charged with first- and second-degree murder and additional charges. He is being held at the Department of Corrections on a no-bond status.
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Anyone with information about this case who would like to speak to a detective can call 301-516-2512.
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