Alexandra Ali Goins, a 29-year-old woman from Sylvania, Ohio, tragically lost her life on April 17, 2022, in South Solon, Ohio. She was shot and killed on Easter Sunday, and despite life-saving measures, she was pronounced dead at the scene. Goins was known for her kind and generous nature, her love for her son, and her passion for music and art. Her family described her as having a heart of gold and a magnetic personality that drew people to her.
The investigation into her death led to
the arrest of Zachary Warnock, a 34-year-old man from South Solon. Warnock was charged with murder, tampering with evidence, felonious assault, and discharge of a firearm on or near a prohibited premises. Witnesses reported seeing Warnock picking up spent bullet casings near the scene of the shooting, which contributed to the tampering with evidence charge. Warnock and Goins were friends, and Goins had traveled to South Solon to visit him on the day of the incident.
In January 2024, Zachary Warnock was convicted of murder and sentenced to 36 years to life in prison. The trial lasted three days, and the jury found him guilty on all charges. Goins' family has been actively involved in the legal proceedings, attending every court appearance to support her memory and ensure justice was served. They have also started an online fundraiser to help raise money for her son, Jackson Donald Edward Goins, who was left without a mother.
The case has drawn significant attention, and the Madison County Sheriff's Office has been praised for their thorough investigation and dedication to bringing justice for Alexandra Goins. Her family continues to honor her memory and advocate for her son's future.
