UKIAH, CA., 1/30/2017 — A judge ordered Steven Patrick Ryan to be arraigned and tried for murder in the shooting death of De’Shaun Davis at a preliminary hearing on January 27. Investigators provided an account of what happened the day that 62-year-old Ryan, by his own admission, shot and killed Davis, who was 20. Ryan is claiming self-defense.
Sheriff’s deputies revealed during the preliminary hearing that an eyewitness to the killing is prepared to provide testimony that differs from Ryan’s account. Detectives testified that, according to the eyewitness, the victim went to his knees and put his hands up after the first of three shots was fired.
Continue reading for FREE
We just want to make sure you’re a human! Sign in to keep reading and receive our weekday newsletter in your inbox.
Success! Your account was created and you’re signed in.
Please visit My Account to manage your account.