Ron Ruse Jr. was murdered in December 1987 by his ex-girlfriend Linda Ricchio, a killing born out of obsession, stalking, and refusal to accept the end of their relationship. “Ron did everything he could to escape the relationship—but Linda moved in next door and waited with a gun.” Ronald Lewis “Ron” Ruse Jr. was a 28‑year‑old auto mechanic living in Carlsbad, California, when he was ambushed and shot outside his apartment on December 14, 1987. His killer was 27‑year‑old Lin