UPDATE: Charges against Margot Lewis, the Iowa woman linked to a dead body found in her vehicle, have been officially dismissed by Olmsted County authorities. This urgent announcement comes just days after Lewis was convicted of second-degree murder in a separate case in Hennepin County.
On September 22, 2025, Lewis was found guilty for the murder of Liara Tsai, a Minneapolis woman, who was tragically stabbed to death in June 2024. The details surrounding this case are gripping and heartbreaking. Tsai’s body was discovered in the backseat of Lewis’s car after it crashed on June 22, 2024, at the intersection of Interstate 90 and Minnesota Highway 42, near Eyota.
Initially charged with interference with a dead body, Lewis’s case took a decisive turn as evidence revealed she had murdered Tsai in her apartment before attempting to transport the body. Following the conviction in Hennepin County, Olmsted County Attorney Michael Walters announced the dismissal of the pending charges, stating, “Because justice has been achieved in the Hennepin County case, we have determined that it is in the public interest to dismiss the additional Olmsted County charge.”
This decision reflects a significant moment in the pursuit of justice, with Walters commending law enforcement and prosecutors across jurisdictions for their collaborative efforts. The implications of this case resonate deeply, raising questions about justice and the handling of violent crime.
As the community processes this shocking development, many are left wondering what the future holds for Lewis and the lasting impact of her actions on Tsai’s family and friends. This case serves as a stark reminder of the complexities involved in the legal system and the emotional toll on those affected.
Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops. The community’s response and the ongoing discussions around justice and public safety are sure to unfold in the coming days.
