Crime
Woman and Boy Killed After Shooting in Lexington, Suspect Captured By K-9
LEXINGTON, Minn. — Authorities are actively investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in the early morning hours of March 18, 2026, in the city of 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, Anoka County Sheriff’s Office, and 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 discovered an adult female deceased inside the residence, along with a young juvenile male suffering from critical injuries.
The juvenile was transported to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.
Authorities have not yet released the identities of the victims, pending formal identification and notification of next of kin.
Following the initial response, law enforcement agencies deployed a K-9 unit to conduct a search of the surrounding area.
An adult male suspect was subsequently located and apprehended with the assistance of the K-9.
The suspect was taken into custody and transported to a nearby hospital for medical evaluation and treatment.
Preliminary information indicates that the incident does not appear to be random, and officials have stated there is no known ongoing threat to the public.
The case remains under active investigation by the Centennial Lakes Police Department, the Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office, and the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities have indicated that no additional information will be released at this time as the investigation continues.
MONROE TOWNSHIP, Mich. — A 27-year-old Monroe Township man has been charged in connection with the death of 15-year-old Trenton Grant and the serious injuries suffered by the teenager’s mother and stepfather following a violent stabbing incident in Monroe Township, Michigan.
Tyson Alexander Grant faces six criminal charges stemming from an incident reported during the early morning hours of Saturday, October 17, in the 1200 block of Raintree Boulevard, according to Monroe County Prosecuting Attorney Jeffery A. Yorkey.
The charges include open murder, two counts of assault with intent to murder, two counts of carjacking, and one count of assaulting, resisting or obstructing a police officer or other first responder.
According to the prosecutor’s office, each of the first five charges carries a maximum possible penalty of life in prison. The charge of assaulting, resisting or obstructing a police officer or first responder carries a maximum penalty of two years in prison and/or a $2,000 fine.
Authorities were dispatched to the Raintree Boulevard area on October 17 after receiving a report of a stabbing.
Upon arriving at the scene, deputies discovered multiple people suffering from lacerations and stab wounds. They also found the body of 15-year-old Trenton Grant.
Several people were transported to a hospital for treatment. Investigators subsequently began treating the teenager’s death as a homicide.
The incident prompted a criminal investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fatal stabbing and the injuries sustained by the other victims.
Prosecutors have not publicly disclosed the nature of the relationship, if any, between Tyson Alexander Grant and the victims.
According to the Monroe County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, Tyson Alexander Grant is currently hospitalized in Lucas County, Ohio, with injuries stemming from the incident.
Prosecutors intend to seek his extradition to Monroe County after he is discharged from the hospital so the criminal proceedings can move forward.
As of the latest information provided by prosecutors, a date for Grant’s initial court appearance has not been scheduled.
The six charges reflect the allegations filed against Grant. The case remains subject to the judicial process, and the allegations have not yet been proven in court.
Authorities have not provided additional details about the events leading up to the stabbing or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s injuries.
The investigation and court proceedings are expected to provide further information as the case develops.