KIRKLAND, Wash. — The mother of a teenager who was shot and killed in Kirkland Wednesday is asking anyone with information to come forward to help police catch her son’s killer.
“He had a heart of gold,” said Sarahnova Mason, the mother of murder victim Cyrus Mason. “He wouldn’t hurt anyone. He was just a pure spirit.”
The Kirkland Police Department and the Washington State Patrol combed the crime scene at Houghton Beach Park. Divers in the water were looking for any evidence. Witnesses told police they heard gunshots and saw two men running from the park.
Police said Cyrus Mason knew his killer, but his mother claims he was robbed and murdered.
“I want them to understand that he was here visiting his family,” said Sarahnova Mason. "He comes from a small town. He wasn’t out here causing problems. He was just enjoying the beautiful scenery.”
Cyrus Mason grew up in rural Idaho and came to western Washington to work as a painter's apprentice. He was living in Puyallup and was visiting family on the eastside. His life was cut short, and his family is looking for answers.
Police have yet to release a description of the shooter and have not yet revealed any more information about what may have led to his killing.
“Somebody, please help us find out who did this to him,” said Sarahnova Mason. “We’re devastated.”
The victim’s family is asking anyone with information about the murder to come forward and contact Kirkland police. Callers can remain anonymous.
If you have any information, contact Detective A. Haas at 425-587-3505.