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Ronald Fischer, one of Rhode Island's Most Wanted fugitives, captured off New York coast after 20 years on the run
New York Post • • general
Key Points:
- Ronald L. Fischer, a Rhode Island fugitive wanted for first-degree sexual assault, was captured by US Marshals on his sailboat off the coast of New York after 20 years on the run.
- Fischer fled Rhode Island in 2005 during his criminal trial for allegedly raping a woman on his yacht and used multiple aliases while evading capture.
- The 70-year-old former anesthesiologist was arrested without incident about an hour offshore on his 56-foot sailboat "The Silver Lining," which was registered under an alias.
- Despite his absence, Fischer was convicted in absentia and had been featured multiple times on "America’s Most Wanted" during his time as a fugitive.
- Officials emphasized that Fischer’s arrest underscores that justice prevails regardless of time, bringing closure to the victim and others affected by the crimes.
