Crime
Cody Alland Arrested for First-Degree Intentional Homicide Following Fatal Shooting in La Crosse
La Crosse, WI – Authorities have arrested a 28-year-old La Crosse man in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred early Sunday morning on the city’s north side. The suspect, identified as Cody Alland, is currently being held at the La Crosse County Jail on charges of first-degree intentional homicide.
The incident unfolded on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at approximately 2:30 a.m., when officers from the La Crosse Police Department responded to reports of a shooting in the 1800 block of George Street.
Upon arrival, officers discovered an individual suffering from a gunshot wound outside the location. Despite immediate life-saving efforts by first responders, the victim was transported to a local hospital, where they later succumbed to their injuries.
The deceased has been identified as Justin J. Betz (Date of Birth: 06/24/1982).
The La Crosse Police Department extended their heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Betz during this difficult time.
Preliminary investigations suggest that the shooting stemmed from an argument, and authorities have indicated that the incident appears to have been isolated, posing no ongoing threat to the community.
Law enforcement officials are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting and encourage anyone with information to come forward.
Individuals can provide information by contacting the La Crosse Police Department at (608) 782-7575 or by submitting anonymous tips through La Crosse Area Crime Stoppers at (608) 784-TIPS (8477), online at www.p3tips.com/459, or via the “P3” app.
Further details regarding the investigation and the suspect’s court proceedings will be released as they become available.
Crime
14-Year-Old Middleton High School Student Carson Chrapkowski Dies After Bicycle Crash, Driver Alyssa Anderson Arrested
MIDDLETON, Idaho — A 14-year-old Middleton High School student has died after being struck by a vehicle while riding his bicycle near the high school Friday night, according to the Middleton Police Department.
The teenager was transported by Life Flight to St. Luke’s Boise following the crash but died from his injuries early Saturday morning.
Middleton police said the crash involved a vehicle and a bicyclist near Middleton High School. The 14-year-old suffered critical injuries and was flown to a Boise hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Police announced Saturday morning that the young bicyclist had succumbed to his injuries.
The teen was identified in the information provided for this report as Carson Chrapkowski, a Middleton High School student. However, the police department’s public statement did not release the teenager’s name.
Police arrested 41-year-old Alyssa Louise Anderson in connection with the crash. Anderson was booked into the Canyon County Jail.
According to police, Anderson is facing charges of vehicular manslaughter, aggravated DUI and leaving the scene of an injury accident.
Authorities have not released additional details about the circumstances leading up to the collision or the specific allegations supporting the DUI charge.
The crash remains under investigation by the Middleton Police Department and Idaho State Police. Investigators have not released further information about the sequence of events or whether additional charges could be filed.
Police said they are continuing to work to establish the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash.
The Middleton Police Department expressed condolences to the teenager’s parents, family, friends, classmates and others affected by his death as the community mourns the loss of a young student.