Missouri case: cops say man shot girlfriend dead in hospital bed
Police respond to hospital
An overnight nurse told police that Lawson’s girlfriend was in the room and that he left and returned repeatedly. The nurse said the patient appeared to be lying on her side during checks.
Nurse describes overnight checks
The nurse said she saw no visible blood or injuries when she checked on the victim during the night. She also reported that Cyrus appeared to be asleep.
The article does not explain when the shooting occurred or how the wound was missed during those checks. It says nurses were nearby when the alleged shooting took place.
Lawson found nearby
According to court records, officers located Lawson at a nearby strip mall. He told them his memory was “fuzzy” because of a medical condition. Lawson later acknowledged that “the cameras say it all,” according to the report. Centerpoint Medical Center told KCTV it is cooperating with authorities.
Key points
- Cyrus was found dead at a hospital on Thursday with a gunshot wound to the chest.
- An overnight nurse reported that Lawson repeatedly left and returned to the room.
- Officers found Lawson at a nearby strip mall, according to court records.
- Centerpoint Medical Center said it is cooperating with authorities.