Muskegon Man Fatally Shot Amid Rise in Violence

A 72-year-old man, identified as Robert Ritter, was fatally shot in the torso on Jiroch Street in Muskegon around 5:50 p.m. on June 2. Police responded, provided treatment, and transported Ritter to Trinity Hospital, where he later died. Witnesses reported a car full of young people fired the shots, but it is unclear if Ritter was the intended target. Residents say gun violence has recently increased in the area, citing multiple shootings over the past few years. Police have not released information on suspects or motive and are urging anyone with information to come forward. The community is mourning Ritter and calling for stronger action to address local gun violence.