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Accident – Death – Obituary News : Third Suspect Arrested in Chicopee Homicide Case: Prince Diaz Apprehended in Puerto Rico
CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – In a significant development, a third suspect has been arrested in connection with the Chicopee homicide that took place in August. Prince Diaz, a 20-year-old resident of Springfield, was located and apprehended by members of the U.S. Marshals Service in the town of Añasco, Puerto Rico, on Thursday. Diaz had fled to Puerto Rico, prompting an extensive search by the Chicopee Police Department and Massachusetts State Police to locate him. He is currently awaiting extradition back to Massachusetts to face charges related to the homicide.
The incident leading to the arrests occurred on August 6, 2023, when Chicopee Police were called to the 90 block of West Street for a reported stabbing. Upon their arrival, officers discovered a male victim with an apparent stab wound. The victim was identified as 24-year-old Maurice Crump of Springfield, who was immediately rushed to Baystate Medical Center. Despite medical efforts, Crump tragically passed away.
Two other suspects had previously been arrested in connection with this ongoing homicide investigation. Danny Ramos, a 41-year-old from Springfield, was charged with murder accessory after the fact and is currently being held without bail. His next court appearance is scheduled for May 13, 2024, in Hampden Superior Court. Another suspect, 21-year-old Alex Ramos from Chicopee, is facing a charge of misleading a police officer. He was arraigned on August 9, 2023, in Chicopee District Court, with bail set at $10,000. The upcoming court date for Alex Ramos is scheduled for December 11, 2023, in Hampden Superior Court.
The arrest of Prince Diaz marks a significant breakthrough in the investigation, bringing the total number of suspects apprehended to three. The Chicopee Police Department and State Police assigned to the District Attorney’s office are still actively investigating the incident to gather all the necessary evidence.
The authorities have not disclosed any further details regarding the motives behind the incident or the specific roles played by each suspect in the homicide. The investigation is ongoing, and additional information will be released as it becomes available.
The community of Chicopee continues to mourn the loss of Maurice Crump and stands united in seeking justice for the victim and his family. The arrest of Prince Diaz is a step forward in ensuring that those responsible for this tragic crime are held accountable.
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