Dylan Chase Ritter, 28, of Goshen, Indiana, died the evening of Tuesday, September 30, 2025, after suffering a gunshot wound at a residence in the 300 block of Crescent Street. Officers were dispatched about 8:30 p.m.; Ritter was taken to Memorial Hospital of South Bend and was pronounced dead at 9:53 p.m. The Elkhart County Homicide Unit reviewed the case. Local law enforcement reported the shooting appeared to be an accidental, self-inflicted incident and found no evidence of foul play; no suspects were sought and no arrests were made.

Born November 17, 1996, Ritter was known for working on cars and small engines. He was engaged and expecting a daughter at the time of his death and is survived by his fiancée, his parents, and extended family. Private services were arranged for the family.

If anyone knew Dylan, his work, or the circumstances that evening, please share information that could help clarify what happened.