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William Lax III

Case from Dover, OH dated Feb 03, 2015

Victim Details

William Lax III

Male

Dover

OH

2015-02-03

44

William

Lax III

06/29/2026

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William H. Lax III, a 44-year-old man from Dover, Ohio, tragically died on February 3, 2015. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time at the Tuscarawas River. Lax was employed by Zorzi, Inc. and was well-loved by his family and friends for his cooking and love for animals.

The circumstances surrounding his death involved William H. Lyons, a 58-year-old man from Dover, who was accused of fatally shooting Lax. On the night of the incident, Lax visited Lyons ...
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  • Geib Funeral Home & Crematory: William Henry Lax - Geib Funeral Home & Crematory
  • Times Reporter: Parral man facing murder charge after shooting incident
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    I'm really curious about the role that alcohol and marijuana might have played in this tragic situat... ...Read More
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    Just wanted to discuss the legal implications of William H. Lyons using a .357 magnum that night. Fr... ...Read More
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