Missouri woman fatally shot in hospital; man charged
By The BriefBrief
James F. Lawson was charged with second-degree murder in the death of his girlfriend, Jessica Cyrus, who was shot at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, Missouri, on October 22. Police said Cyrus was found dead with a gunshot wound to the chest; nurses were nearby.
WHO:James F. Lawson
WHAT:James F. Lawson was charged with second-degree murder in the shooting death of Jessica Cyrus.
WHEN:Oct 22, 2026
WHERE:Independence, Missouri, USA
WHY:No reason for the shooting was reported.
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