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LASD Press Release Update: Hom Dets Seek 2nd Suspect in Lancaster Murder of Store Clerk; Person of Interest Named
Deputy Lillian Peck
Sheriff’s Information Bureau
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Los Angeles, CA 90012
213-229-1850
“What time is it?” she said.
“Time for me to get up,” he replied.
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Sheriff’s Information Bureau
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LASD Press Release Update: Hom Dets Seek 2nd Suspect in Lancaster Murder of Store Clerk; Person of Interest Named 
Case Update:
Homicide Detectives Capture Lancaster Murder Suspect and Seek Whereabouts of Second; $30,000 Reward Offer
Homicide Detectives Capture Lancaster Murder Suspect and Seek Whereabouts of Second; $30,000 Reward Offer
Sheriff’s Homicide Bureau detectives are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting death of Lancaster resident and convenience store employee, John Ruh.
John worked in the community where he lived and was a local, familiar face at the store, located in the 44400 block of Division Street, Lancaster. On Monday morning, February 19, 2018, two male suspects entered the store to rob it, fatally shot John, and fled in an unknown direction.
Since then, a male juvenile was arrested and charged in connection with this case and a second suspect is being sought. Deonta Darrell Johnson was named as a person of interest; detectives would like to speak with him about this investigation and are asking the public’s assistance to locate him.
Deonta Johnson is described as a male Black, 21 years old, with brown eyes and black hair; he stands 5’11”, weighs 220 pounds, has a tattoo on his neck, and frequents the East Lancaster and Los Angeles areas.
On Tuesday, March 6, 2018, two reward offers totalling $30,000 were announced, offered in exchange for information leading to the arrest and/or conviction of the suspects responsible for the shooting death of John Ruh.
If have information about the suspect, his location or the crime, please contact Homicide Bureau Detectives Steve Blagg or Scott Lawler, or call the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. If you prefer to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477), use your smartphone by downloading the “P3 Tips” mobile app on Google Play or the Apple App Store, or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org
Prepared by:John worked in the community where he lived and was a local, familiar face at the store, located in the 44400 block of Division Street, Lancaster. On Monday morning, February 19, 2018, two male suspects entered the store to rob it, fatally shot John, and fled in an unknown direction.
Since then, a male juvenile was arrested and charged in connection with this case and a second suspect is being sought. Deonta Darrell Johnson was named as a person of interest; detectives would like to speak with him about this investigation and are asking the public’s assistance to locate him.
Deonta Johnson is described as a male Black, 21 years old, with brown eyes and black hair; he stands 5’11”, weighs 220 pounds, has a tattoo on his neck, and frequents the East Lancaster and Los Angeles areas.
On Tuesday, March 6, 2018, two reward offers totalling $30,000 were announced, offered in exchange for information leading to the arrest and/or conviction of the suspects responsible for the shooting death of John Ruh.
If have information about the suspect, his location or the crime, please contact Homicide Bureau Detectives Steve Blagg or Scott Lawler, or call the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. If you prefer to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477), use your smartphone by downloading the “P3 Tips” mobile app on Google Play or the Apple App Store, or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org
Deputy Lillian Peck
Sheriff’s Information Bureau
211 West Temple Street,
Los Angeles, CA 90012
213-229-1850
=== Original Press Release from Tuesday, March 6, 2018 ===
Homicide Detectives Announce Reward Offers in Shooting Death of Lancaster Convenience Store Cashier
Homicide Bureau detectives announced two money rewards at a 10:00 A.M. press conference held Tuesday, March 6, 2018, at the Hall of Justice. The two rewards came from the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors and the city of Lancaster. With these enticements, detectives are hopeful someone with information about the crime will come forward and help solve the murder of beloved community member, John Ruh, 61, of Lancaster.
John was a regular fixture in the neighborhood convenience store where he cashiered, located in the 44400 block of Division Street, Lancaster. He worked in the community where he lived and was familiar to virtually everyone in that area. The United States Marine veteran was widely-known for his smile, sunny disposition and friendliness on the job.
At 8:30 A.M. on Monday, February 19, 2018, two male suspects entered the store to rob it and fatally shot John in the upper torso with a handgun. They walked into the store, but it is unknown if they fled on foot or in a vehicle.
During the press conference, Homicide Bureau Lieutenant Joe Mendoza announced a $20,000 reward sponsored by Supervisor Kathryn Barger, Los Angeles County, 5th Supervisorial District, and approved by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, and a $10,000 reward sponsored by the Lancaster City Council. Both rewards were offered in exchange for information leading to the arrest and/or conviction of the suspects responsible for the shooting death of the victim.
The two suspects are described as Black males of unknown age, who wore sweatshirts with the hoods cinched-down to conceal their faces.
The victim’s girlfriend of 22 years, Michelle Brace, described John as “funny and energetic.” She recalled a short conversation they had the last morning they shared before the victim got up early to go to work. He didn’t have to work, but it made him feel good to provide for his family.
John was a regular fixture in the neighborhood convenience store where he cashiered, located in the 44400 block of Division Street, Lancaster. He worked in the community where he lived and was familiar to virtually everyone in that area. The United States Marine veteran was widely-known for his smile, sunny disposition and friendliness on the job.
At 8:30 A.M. on Monday, February 19, 2018, two male suspects entered the store to rob it and fatally shot John in the upper torso with a handgun. They walked into the store, but it is unknown if they fled on foot or in a vehicle.
During the press conference, Homicide Bureau Lieutenant Joe Mendoza announced a $20,000 reward sponsored by Supervisor Kathryn Barger, Los Angeles County, 5th Supervisorial District, and approved by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, and a $10,000 reward sponsored by the Lancaster City Council. Both rewards were offered in exchange for information leading to the arrest and/or conviction of the suspects responsible for the shooting death of the victim.
The two suspects are described as Black males of unknown age, who wore sweatshirts with the hoods cinched-down to conceal their faces.
The victim’s girlfriend of 22 years, Michelle Brace, described John as “funny and energetic.” She recalled a short conversation they had the last morning they shared before the victim got up early to go to work. He didn’t have to work, but it made him feel good to provide for his family.
“What time is it?” she said.
“Time for me to get up,” he replied.
John Ruh is survived by his son, who followed in his father’s military footsteps and is serving in the United States Army. John and Michelle happily shared a blended family, with the victim raising all the children as his own. Together, they shared six kids and six grandchildren.
If you have information about the suspects or this crime, please call Homicide Bureau Detective Steve Blagg or Detective Scott Lawler at 323-890-5500. If you prefer to provide information anonymously, you may call "Crime Stoppers" by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), use your smartphone by downloading the “P3 Tips” Mobile APP on Google play or the Apple App Store or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org
If you have information about the suspects or this crime, please call Homicide Bureau Detective Steve Blagg or Detective Scott Lawler at 323-890-5500. If you prefer to provide information anonymously, you may call "Crime Stoppers" by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), use your smartphone by downloading the “P3 Tips” Mobile APP on Google play or the Apple App Store or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org
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Deputy Lillian Peck
Sheriff’s Information Bureau
211 West Temple Street,
Los Angeles, CA 90012
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