Melvin Rich III, a 36-year-old Black male who worked as a violence interrupter for the Sandtown Safe Streets program, was shot on August 10, 2024, in the 1300 block of North Carey Street in Baltimore while off-duty. He was taken into critical condition and remained hospitalized for more than a month. On September 16, 2024, Rich died of the gunshot wounds; his death was ruled a homicide.

Police describe a potential suspect only as a Black male; no arrests, charges, or suspect custody have been announced. Rich’s death underscores the risks facing community violence interrupters and left a void in the neighborhood he served.

If anyone knew Melvin or has information about the shooting or the person seen, please share what you know.