The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit has charged a man in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred Saturday. The suspect is Capitol Heights resident Michael Ritch, 29. He is charged with the murder of Devin Mason, a 45-year-old with no known address.
On October 17, 2026, around 11:35 a.m., cops responded to a gunshot in the 5000 block of Emo Street in Capitol Heights’ unorganized area. Officers discovered Mason outside with a gunshot wound. Despite life-saving efforts, he died a short time later at a hospital. Detectives used a variety of investigative approaches to identify and find Ritch many hours later. Officers put him into arrest without incident.
The motive for the shooting is still being investigated. Currently, there is no proof that the suspect and victim knew each other.
Ritch faces first and second-degree murder charges, as well as additional offenses. He is being imprisoned in the Department of Corrections on a no bond basis.
Anyone with information about this case who wishes to talk with a Homicide Unit detective should call 301-516-2512. Please refer to case number 26-0055479.
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