In the summer of 2021, a domestic incident in Virginia Beach escalated into a fatal shooting, claiming the life of 35-year-old Ritz M. Johnson. The male victim was found with gunshot wounds by Virginia Beach police on the afternoon of July 18 in the 1500 block of Cape Ann Way. Despite the immediate response, Johnson succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Authorities promptly detained and interviewed all individuals involved in the domestic situation that preceded the shooting.
An arrest was made in connection with the death of Ritz M. Johnson. However, criminal charges were not immediately filed against the individual taken into custody.
Following the initial stages of the investigation, the case was handed over to the city's homicide squad detectives for a more thorough examination of the circumstances surrounding the shooting. The Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney was also slated to review the case to determine if formal charges would be pursued. The investigation into the death of Ritz M. Johnson remains active, with authorities continuing to seek information from the public.
