News Summary
Lexington authorities have arrested two individuals linked to the murder of 19-year-old Darius Gaston-Garner, who was shot on March 10. Faezon Odom, 21, faces murder charges while already in custody, and Tyrese Ingram, 20, was arrested in Louisville. Additionally, a 17-year-old has been charged in the murder of 16-year-old Arsenio Jackson Jr. These incidents have raised community concerns about youth violence and gun-related crimes.
Lexington Sees Arrests in Teen Murders
Lexington, KY – Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the murder of 19-year-old Darius Gaston-Garner, who was fatally shot on March 10 in Lexington. Faezon Odom, 21, has been charged with murder and was already in custody on unrelated charges at the Fayette County Detention Center when the murder charge was filed. Tyrese Ingram, 20, was arrested in Louisville based on a warrant for his involvement in the murder and is presently awaiting extradition to Fayette County.
Gaston-Garner was shot on the 3400 block of River Park Drive and subsequently succumbed to his injuries at the hospital. The Lexington Police Department is actively investigating the case and urges anyone with information to contact them at (859) 258-3600. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to Bluegrass Crime Stoppers at (859) 253-2020 or through their online portal.
Separate Incident Involving Another Teen Murder
In a separate and troubling incident, a 17-year-old has been charged with the murder of 16-year-old Arsenio Jackson Jr., a student at Henry Clay High School. The shooting occurred early on March 4, in the 700 block of Rambling Creek Drive. Upon the police’s arrival around 2 a.m., they found Jackson lying in the street, where he was pronounced dead approximately an hour later.
The Fayette County Coroner’s office has confirmed that Jackson died from gunshot wounds. Following this incident, city officials and community advocates have expressed heightened concerns over gun violence, calling for collective action to address the issue. Mayor Linda Gorton has extended condolences to the families affected by these tragedies, emphasizing the sorrow that accompanies incidents of gun violence.
Community Response to Violence
Arsenio Jackson’s mother, Ieisha Cofield, shared insights about her son’s life, highlighting his passions for football, dancing, and spending time with family. She has felt significant support from the community during this period of grief. The police investigation into Jackson’s murder remains ongoing, though initial reports did not disclose any suspect details.
The recent string of violence involving teenagers has led to community members and advocates passionately calling for more substantial measures against gun violence, aiming to raise public awareness about its far-reaching effects on families and the community as a whole.
Both cases reflect a growing concern in Lexington regarding youth violence and the societal implications of gun-related incidents. As the investigations proceed, authorities continue to urge community engagement and reporting of any information that could assist in resolving these tragic events.
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- WKYT: 2 Charged with Murder of Lexington Teen
- Wikipedia: Gun Violence in the United States
- Kentucky.com: Recent Lexington Teen Murder Case
- Google Search: Lexington Murder Teen April 2025
- Lex18: Balloons Released in Memory of Lexington Teen
- Google Scholar: Gun Violence Impact on Community
- Fox56 News: Teen Accused of Killing 16-Year-Old
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Gun Violence
- WKYT: 17-Year-Old Charged with Murder of Lexington Teen
- Google News: Gun Violence Lexington KY
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