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Stephen Ritter

Death by Force
Case Description
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Stephen Ritter II, a 50-year-old man from Canal Winchester, Ohio, was tragically shot and killed in his home on August 27, 2020. Deputies were called to the residence in the early hours of the morning following a report of domestic violence. Upon arrival, they discovered Stephen Ritter II deceased from a gunshot wound. The investigation quickly focused on his 22-year-old son, Stephen L. Ritter III, who was taken into custody at the scene.

Stephen L. Ritter III was charged with aggravated ...Read More
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  • Lancaster Eagle-Gazette: Man charged with aggravated murder following fatal shooting
  • 10tv.com: Son charged with aggravated murder in father's shooting death in Canal Winchester
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    Victim Details

    Stephen Ritter II

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Canal-winchester

    OH

    2020-08-27

    50

    Stephen

    Ritter

    11/22/2025

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