Minneapolis, MN – A tragic high-speed chase in Minneapolis has led to criminal charges against Troy Mike Payton, also known as Edward Tiki Arrington, who is accused of killing two women and injuring a 6-year-old boy during a carjacking pursuit crash. As investigators reveal more harrowing details of the incident, the community grapples with the devastating consequences of one man’s reckless actions.
Authorities have formally charged Payton following a dramatic police pursuit after he carjacked a victim at gunpoint and led police through city streets before crashing into an innocent family vehicle, killing two young mothers and seriously injuring a child inside.
The Sequence of Events Leading to the Fatal Crash
The criminal complaint outlines a disturbing timeline: around 8 a.m. on Thursday, multiple 911 callers reported a maroon Ford Explorer driving dangerously prior to a collision with a white Infiniti SUV. Payton exited and immediately carjacked a woman at gunpoint, forcing her black Volkswagen Passat against traffic as he fled.
In a shocking move, Payton returned to his initial vehicle to rescue two dogs, placing them in the stolen Passat. Animal control officials later treated two dogs for injuries and euthanized another.
Throughout his spree on Lake Street, Payton brandished a firearm at passersby, including a woman in a black Jeep who narrowly escaped and a pedestrian he threatened asking about guns before releasing her.
“Violent carjackings have permeated Minneapolis for far too long; these federal charges represent the commitment by the FBI, our law enforcement partners and the U.S. Attorney’s Office to reduce violent crime in Minnesota.” – FBI Minneapolis Special Agent in Charge Alvin M. Winston, Sr.
Shock and Tragedy: The Fatal Crash in North Minneapolis
At approximately 8:10 a.m., Payton ran a red light at the intersection of Penn Avenue and Olson Memorial Boulevard, crashing at high speed into a vehicle carrying two 25-year-old women, Marisa Ardys Casebolt and Liberty Borg, and a 6-year-old boy.
The crash claimed the lives of both women, who were close friends, and left the young boy with severe injuries including bilateral femur fractures and traumatic brain injury. Authorities confirmed that one of the women killed was the child’s mother.
- Victims: Marisa Ardys Casebolt and Liberty Borg, both 25 years old from Minneapolis
- Child injured: 6-year-old Grayson Borg, suffered multiple fractures and brain injury
- The boy underwent surgery and now has wires in both legs, likely requiring a wheelchair for months
A Family’s Heartbreaking Account and Update on the Injured Child
Grayson Borg’s grandmother shared an emotional update, revealing the boy’s traumatic experience and recovery path. Grayson told her, “I watched my mom die, and they pulled me out of the car.” Thanks to being in a car seat during the crash, his grandmother believes this likely saved his life.
In addition to his leg injuries, doctors discovered Grayson had a broken arm and thumb. As per Fox9, the grandmother also noted the sorrowful loss of Marisa Casebolt, who leaves behind two children.
Official Statements: Commitment to Justice and Community Safety
Law enforcement officials emphasized the danger Payton posed and their resolve to bring him to justice. Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara commented on Payton’s extensive criminal history and disregard for human life, stating:
“His reckless and violent actions claimed the lives of innocent people and put countless others at risk. We are grateful for the partnership with the United States Attorney’s Office as we all work to ensure that he is held fully accountable and that justice is pursued for the victims and their families to the fullest extent of the law.”
The FBI also reaffirmed their dedication to reducing violent crime in Minnesota by deploying every available resource to foster a safer community.
Key Charges and Legal Actions
- Troy Mike Payton faces three felony counts of fleeing a police officer in Hennepin County District Court
- Federal charges include carjacking and firearm offenses related to the crime spree
- The pursuit began on Lake Street and ended tragically in north Minneapolis
- Charges reflect the severity of the incident, including two deaths and serious injury to a 6-year-old child
What’s Next for the Community and Victims’ Families?
The community remains in mourning following the loss of two young women and the ongoing recovery of a critically injured child. Authorities continue their investigation, and legal proceedings against Payton are expected to move forward with significant scrutiny given the gravity of the charges.
Key considerations for the future include:
- Ensuring justice is served for the victims and their families
- Addressing the rise in violent carjackings and related crimes in Minneapolis
- Providing support and resources for survivors and affected families
- Enhancing public safety measures and law enforcement response strategies
This devastating incident highlights the urgent need for community awareness and collaborative efforts to prevent such tragedies in the future.
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