East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office, Louisiana
End of Watch Saturday, December 12, 1981
Michael Wayne Ritchie
Corporal Ritchie was shot and killed when he interrupted a robbery in progress at a local convenience store. He was in uniform, en route to work, when he stopped at the store to buy coffee. A suspect was inside robbing the store and disarmed Corporal Ritchie when he entered. The suspect then shot him and shot and killed store clerk with his own service weapon.
The suspect was apprehended, found guilty of two counts of second degree murder, and sentenced to life without parole.
Corporal Ritchie had served with the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office for only 10 months and was survived by his wife and child.
Bio
- Age 23
- Tour 10 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 18 ReflectionsWhat more can I say my love. You were a wonderful and dedicated husband. You held me when I was scared, hurt, and thought I was worthless. I love and miss you so much Mike. Your wife, Karen
Karen
Wife
September 15, 2017
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