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Man Held in 2023 Houten Killing Released, Still a Suspect

Police say the probe remains active with more arrests possible.

Overview

  • Police released a 59-year-old man from Sleeuwijk who remains a suspect in the killing of Rishi Rampadarath.
  • Police have not said why he was let go after detaining him earlier in the week on a tip.
  • Rampadarath, 37, was shot in April 2023 outside his parents' home in Houten and died at the scene.
  • In December 2023, police said he was active in the drug trade and had conflicts with several people.
  • Investigators are seeking tips with a €30,000 reward for information that solves the case.