# Convicted Killer Captured After 21 Years | Providence News

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Podcast: [Providence News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/providence-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7606668)
Published: 2026-07-18T05:40:59+00:00
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After 21 years on the run, convicted sex offender Ronald Fischer has been captured — finally brought to justice after living under an alias on a sailboat off New Jersey called The Silver Lining. A multi-agency task force, including the FBI and U.S. Marshals, worked together to intercept him, ending his escape. For victim Cheryl Gingerich, the arrest brings long-awaited peace after two decades of trauma, PTSD, and agoraphobia. Her family, stunned and relieved, now turns to the courts, hoping this time justice sticks. Gingerich thanked investigators for their swift action and couldn’t help but find dark humor in Fischer’s boat’s name — his “silver lining” is now behind bars. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/bbd48d49c61bdf54

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