Mason Cross

Mason Cross

Status: HOMICIDE

City: Girard

State: Ohio

Date of birth: May 16, 2000

Date of death: September 13, 2005

Age: 5

Gender: Male

Race: Caucasian/White

Cause of death: Fire Arson

Anniversary month: September

LEA: Girard Police Department

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Case Description

On September 13, 2005, Mason Cross, 5, was discovered deceased in his bed at home off Dearborn Street in Girard, Ohio. Mason was sleeping in his bedroom upstairs when someone stabbed his mother, Lena Cross, to death on the first floor of the home and set the house on fire in an attempt to cover up the crime. Investigators determined Mason died from smoke inhalation in his sleep. There have been no suspects in custody, and this case remains unsolved. Mason's family continues to work with law enforcement, while advocating for him.

Anyone with information on Mason Cross's case is asked to contact the Girard Police Department at (330)-545-0211. To remain anonymous and possibly be eligible for a reward call Help Hotline at (330)-746-2583.

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