Crime
Jennifer Marsaw and Her Son Marzai Dawson Killed After Shooting in Lexington, Suspect Irving Marsaw Captured By K-9
LEXINGTON, Minn. — Authorities are conducting an active and ongoing investigation into a fatal shooting that occurred during the early morning hours of March 18, 2026, in Lexington.
At approximately 12:52 a.m., multiple law enforcement agencies—including the Centennial Lakes Police Department, Coon Rapids Police Department, Blaine Police Department, Lino Lakes Police Department, Fridley Police Department, the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office, and the Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office—along with Allina EMS, responded to a residence near the 9300 block of Ryan Place following reports of a shooting.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult female, identified as Jennifer Marsaw, deceased inside the home.
Her 5-year-old son, Marzai Dawson, was also found at the scene suffering from critical injuries. He was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.
Authorities have not formally released the victims’ identities pending official confirmation and notification of next of kin.
Following the initial response, law enforcement deployed a K-9 unit to search the surrounding area.
An adult male suspect, identified as Irving Marsaw, was subsequently located and taken into custody with the assistance of the K-9 unit.
He was transported to a local hospital for medical evaluation and treatment.
Officials have indicated that the incident does not appear to be random, and there is no known ongoing threat to the public.
While details surrounding the circumstances leading up to the shooting have not yet been fully released, the case is being treated as a serious domestic-related incident.
The case has drawn significant attention due to the suspect’s prior history, with records indicating previous encounters with the criminal justice system.
This incident has raised broader concerns within the community regarding domestic violence and the effectiveness of protective measures.
The investigation remains under the direction of the Centennial Lakes Police Department, with assistance from the Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office and the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities have stated that no further information will be released at this time as the investigation continues.
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.