He was not the same individual from the cab fare incident, they confirmed that it was a separate incident and it was pure coincidence that Officer Salao approached Ritchie to ask if he had seen anything when he opened fire. 

They also stated that they have found his most recent place of residence and searched/interviewed neighbors but it wasn't a permanent residence and they are trying to find out where else he has lived or stayed since his return to Anchorage in February.