Ian Rich : “Ian Rich of Newburgh Heights: I-77 Shooting Suspect Identified”

Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Ian Rich Newburgh Heights
2. I-77 shooting suspect Ian Rich

Ian Rich, a 29-year-old homicide suspect from Newburgh Heights, Ohio, was arrested after a shooting incident on I-77 that resulted in the death of a 58-year-old man and injury of a 59-year-old woman. Rich was apprehended in Bratenahl by authorities who had issued a warning about his armed and dangerous status. The suspect’s vehicle was stopped by Bratenahl officers on I-90. The victims, both from Garfield Heights, were identified by the Cuyahoga Heights Police Department. Rich is currently in custody at the Strongsville jail pending further investigation. Southbound lanes on I-77 near Grant were temporarily closed but have since reopened. Various agencies assisted in the investigation. Stay updated with the latest news on the WKYC app.

Details of the Arrest of Homicide Suspect in Newburgh Heights

On Sunday night, authorities in Newburgh Heights, Ohio, made a significant arrest in connection with a shooting incident that occurred on I-77 in the area of I-480. The suspect, identified as 29-year-old Ian Rich, was apprehended after a man was fatally shot and a woman injured in the altercation.

Armed and Dangerous Warning

Following the incident, Newburgh Heights Police Chief John T. Majoy issued a warning that Rich should be considered armed and dangerous. However, thanks to the swift action of law enforcement officers, Rich was located and arrested in Bratenahl later that night.

Bratenahl Arrest

At approximately 10:50 p.m., officers in Bratenahl spotted the suspect’s vehicle traveling westbound on I-90. A traffic stop was conducted, and Rich was taken into custody without further incident.

Victims Identified

Authorities have identified the victims of the shooting as a 58-year-old man and a 59-year-old woman from Garfield Heights. The tragic event unfolded around 9:25 p.m. on I-77 South, just south of the Grant Avenue onramp.

Investigation and Closure of Lanes

Rich is currently being held in the Strongsville jail as the investigation continues. Due to the incident, all southbound lanes on I-77 near Grant were temporarily closed but have since reopened. The Cuyahoga Heights Police Department is leading the investigation, with assistance from several other agencies.

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