Morgan Ashlye Fox, a 29-year-old woman from Canton, Ohio, was tragically shot and killed on October 28, 2020. She was a dedicated employee at FedEx and a loving mother to her 8-year-old daughter. On the morning of her death, Morgan was ambushed outside her home in North Canton while getting into her car to go to work. She was shot twice in the head by her coworker, Jason McDermitt, who had become obsessed with her.
Jason McDermitt, a 29-year-old operations manager at FedEx, had developed
an unhealthy fixation on Morgan. He had previously taken her phone without permission and gone through her personal photos and messages, which deeply upset her. Despite being reprimanded by human resources, McDermitt's obsession only grew stronger. On the day of the murder, he parked his car in the yard of one of Morgan's neighbors and waited in ambush. When Morgan approached her car, McDermitt rushed up to her and shot her twice in the head. He then fled the scene, leaving behind evidence that eventually led to his arrest.
The investigation revealed that McDermitt had been taking photos and videos of Morgan without her knowledge and had discussed having a fantasy relationship with her online. In April 2021, a jury found McDermitt guilty of aggravated murder and menacing by stalking. He was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. During the sentencing, Morgan's daughter bravely confronted McDermitt, expressing how his actions had hurt her and her loved ones.
In the aftermath of Morgan's death, her family filed a lawsuit against FedEx, which was settled for $4 million. The settlement included the creation of a trust fund for Morgan's daughter, ensuring that she could continue to pursue her dreams and have a bright future. The tragic loss of Morgan Ashlye Fox highlighted the importance of addressing workplace harassment and the devastating impact it can have on individuals and their families.
