Crime
Ongoing Investigation in the Case of 3-Year-Old Dawson Zamora — Allegations Against Mother Intensify
McKinney, Texas – The case of three-year-old Dawson Zamora, who remains in critical condition after a brutal beating allegedly inflicted by his mother’s boyfriend, has taken a disturbing turn.
According to recent reports, Dawson’s mother, Chelsea Berg, has bonded out of jail and is now allegedly attempting to obtain power of attorney over her son’s medical care — despite facing active felony charges related to his assault.
Family members and advocates claim Berg’s motive is to keep Dawson on life support in an effort to avoid potential murder charges for herself and her boyfriend, should the child succumb to his injuries.
Critics have called Berg’s actions manipulative, arguing that she is attempting to protect herself rather than act in the best interests of her son. Many online have pointed out the stark contrast between her social media image as a “devoted mother” and the serious allegations now surrounding her.
The horrifying incident began when Dawson was left alone with his mother’s boyfriend, identified as Christopher Alexander, who is accused of violently assaulting the child.
After an unknown period of time, Alexander reportedly drove Dawson to a local emergency room, where medical staff determined the child was in cardiac arrest.
Doctors performed approximately eight minutes of CPR, managing to revive Dawson before he was airlifted to a Dallas hospital for specialized treatment.
He remains in a medically induced coma and on life support as of the latest update.
According to Dawson’s father, severe brain swelling has made it difficult for doctors to determine the full extent of neurological damage, though early indications suggest that the right side of his brain is unresponsive.
Both Chelsea Berg and Christopher Alexander have been arrested and charged with injury to a child, a serious felony under Texas law.
In addition, Alexander faces an extra charge of stalking related to prior incidents.
Authorities continue to investigate the case as the community rallies around Dawson, holding vigils and calling for justice.
Family and supporters have asked the public to pray for Dawson’s recovery and to keep attention on the case to ensure accountability for those responsible.
CHICAGO, IL — A man was found shot to death Friday night on Chicago’s South Side, prompting a homicide investigation by Area One detectives, according to the Chicago Police Department.
Officers responded to reports of gunfire in the 900 block of West 63rd Parkway in the Englewood neighborhood at approximately 10:00 p.m.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a 36-year-old male victim suffering from gunshot wounds to the head and neck.
Emergency medical personnel were called to the scene, but the victim was pronounced dead on arrival.
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office later identified him as Emerald Pretty, age 36.
According to preliminary information, a male suspect exited a white sedan, approached the victim, and opened fire before fleeing the scene in the same vehicle.
No arrests have been made at this time, and Area One detectives are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Authorities have not released details on a possible motive or whether the incident may have been targeted.
Police are urging anyone with information to contact the Chicago Police Department’s Area One Bureau of Detectives or submit an anonymous tip through CPD’s tip line or Crime Stoppers.