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
Jessica Moore, 36, Killed in Seven-Vehicle Crash on I-81 in Pennsylvania; Truck Driver Faces Homicide Charge
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. — Jessica Moore, 36, of Newville, Pennsylvania, died in a fiery seven-vehicle crash on Interstate 81 in Cumberland County on Friday morning. Pennsylvania State Police said a truck driver is expected to face a homicide by motor vehicle charge in connection with the collision.
Investigators said the crash occurred on northbound I-81 near mile marker 47.1 in South Middleton Township. The collision involved a tractor-trailer and six other vehicles, leaving two vehicles on fire and several people injured.
According to Pennsylvania State Police, David Rodis Lynn III, of Round Rock, Texas, failed to stop for slowing traffic on northbound I-81. His tractor-trailer struck another vehicle, triggering a chain-reaction crash involving seven vehicles.
The impact caused the tractor-trailer and another vehicle to catch fire. Moore died at the scene, according to the information released about the crash. Her official cause of death remained pending an autopsy scheduled for Tuesday.
Authorities reported that occupants of other vehicles suffered injuries. Emergency responders transported the injured individuals to Holy Spirit Hospital and UPMC Carlisle for treatment. Officials did not provide further details about the number of people injured or the severity of their injuries.
The fatal collision occurred after an earlier incident on the same stretch of northbound I-81. At approximately 5 a.m., another tractor-trailer overturned, prompting road closures in the area.
The earlier crash disrupted traffic before the seven-vehicle collision occurred later that morning. Authorities have not provided further details about whether the initial incident directly contributed to the fatal crash.
Lynn is expected to face a charge of homicide by motor vehicle. However, he had not been arraigned on the anticipated charge at the time of the report.
The investigation into the deadly crash remains ongoing. Pennsylvania State Police are asking anyone with information about the collision to contact the agency’s Carlisle station.
Authorities have not released additional information about the circumstances surrounding Moore’s death as investigators continue to examine