TAKOMA PARK, Md. — The community is coming together to help raise money for the family of a man shot and killed in Takoma Park. A GoFundMe has been started in honor of the father of two, 40-year-old Ronih Murat Pacal, who died from his injuries on Tuesday.
On Tuesday, Dec. 5, officers responded to calls of a shooting just after 3 a.m. in the 6700 block of New Hampshire Avenue. At the scene, they found a man who had been shot. The victim, later identified as 40-year-old Ronih Murat Pacal, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Detectives have not released any information leading up to the shooting. As of now, there is no word on a suspect or motive.
Ronih's friends have started a GoFundMe to help his family cover funeral costs at this difficult time. They say Pacal leaves behind a wife and two young children, ages 4 and 6.
"Ronih was not just a victim; he was a devoted husband and father, a friend who brightened our lives with his kindness and warmth. Now, we have the opportunity to give back to him and his grieving family. Every contribution, no matter the size, will make a significant impact."
So far, $19,927 has been reached out of the fundraiser's goal of $30,000.
A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered to anyone with information that leads to an arrest and conviction. If anyone has information relevant to this investigation and would like to speak to a Homicide Unit detective, they are asked to please call 301-516-2512. For those who wish to remain anonymous, visit Prince George's County Crime Solvers website at www.pgcrimesolvers.com.
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