Crime
Tragedy in Mt. Airy: Family Seeks Justice for 20-Year-Old Lanyah Dawson
Last updated on December 10th, 2024 at 11:11 pm
Cincinnati, OH – A tragic incident in Mt. Airy has left a family mourning the loss of 20-year-old Lanyah Dawson, who was found with a fatal gunshot wound early this morning. According to Cincinnati Police, officers discovered her lifeless body around 12:30 a.m. in the 4900 block of Trail Ridge Road. Sadly, she was pronounced dead at the scene.
Lanyah, a young mother of one, is remembered by family and friends as a kind-hearted and loving individual whose life was cut short far too soon. Speaking to a local news channel, her mother, Nyresha Dawson, expressed the overwhelming pain and heartbreak of the family.
“At this point right now, we just need prayers,” Nyresha said. “We need answers. We need everything that we need in order to move forward and have peace in our heart because I just don’t think that she deserved nothing that has happened to her.”
As loved ones gather to celebrate Lanyah’s life and cherish her memory, they are also calling for justice. Cincinnati Police’s Homicide Unit has launched an investigation into her death and is urging anyone with information to come forward.
“We are seeking justice for Lanyah,” her family stated. “Her son deserves to know what happened to his mother, and we won’t rest until we find the answers.”
Authorities have encouraged community members to assist in the investigation by contacting the Cincinnati Police Department Homicide Unit at 513-352-3542. Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial in finding those responsible for this senseless act of violence.
As the community mourns this devastating loss, Lanyah’s family asks for continued support, prayers, and solidarity in their fight for justice.
If you have any information that could assist the investigation, please contact Cincinnati Police or Crime Stoppers at the number above. Let’s work together to ensure justice is served.
Crime
Two Dead, Two Injured in Marion Shooting; Authorities Identify One Victim as 16-Year-Old Kaiden Allen
MARION, S.C. — Two individuals were killed and two others wounded in a shooting that occurred Thursday night in Marion, prompting a large multi-agency response, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies were dispatched to the scene on Tubello Court following reports of gunfire at approximately 7:21 p.m.
Upon arrival, law enforcement discovered four individuals suffering from gunshot wounds. As of 9:00 p.m., two of the victims were confirmed deceased.
One of the deceased has been identified as 16-year-old Kaiden Allen.
The crime scene remained active late into the night, with updates confirming that it was still being processed as of 10:22 p.m.
A coordinated response involved personnel from the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, its K-9 Unit, the Marion and Mullins Police Departments, federal law enforcement agencies, and agents from the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED).
Authorities have not yet released the identities or conditions of the two surviving victims.
Investigators have also not commented on a potential motive or whether any suspects have been identified or taken into custody.
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is urging anyone with information related to the shooting to come forward by calling 843-423-8399. The investigation remains ongoing.